Today in Canadian History

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**Today in Canadian History**

Each episode of Today in Canadian History contains an interview with a Canadian professor, journalist, author, or “everyday” historian and focuses on a unique event or moment that took place on that day in Canadian history. Today in Canadian History presents Canada’s past in a unique and accessible manner. The series is designed to be a first step to learning more about our past. We would like to remind Canadians not just about what makes our country great, but what makes it complicated, beautiful, diverse, and ours. Feel free to get in touch with Marc & Joe via-email: todayincanada@gmail.com

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March 15 – King’s College Founded Mar 15, 2026

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King's College, later renamed University of Toronto, was founded by Royal Charter on this day back in 1827.

March 14 – The One Big Union is Formed Mar 14, 2026

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A vote to form The One Big Union occurred at a three day conference in Calgary during March of 1919. To learn more we spoke with Dr. Ken Coates a professor of History as well as the Dean of Arts at the University of Waterloo.

March 11 – Richard Blanshard Arrives on Vancouver Island Mar 11, 2026

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The first governor of the Colony of Vancouver Island arrived on the island on this day back in 1850. To learn more we spoke with John Adams historian and author of "Old Square-Toes and His Lady: The Life of James and Amelia Douglas".

March 9 – Arctic Winter Games Mar 09, 2026

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The first Arctic Winter Games were held in Yellowknife on this day back in 1970

March 8 – International Women's Day Edition (Extended) Mar 08, 2026

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To celebrate the 100th anniversary of International Women's Day, we spoke with Dr. Mona Gleason of the University of British Columbia about the history of women in Canada.

March 7 – The Montreal Shamrocks Mar 07, 2026

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The Montreal Shamrocks won the Stanley Cup on this day back in 1900. To learn more we spoke with Dr. Matthew Barlow of John Abbott College.

March 4 – Actor John Candy Passed Mar 04, 2026

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Canadian comedian and actor John Candy passed away on this day back in 1994.

March 3 – First Official Indoor Game of Hockey Mar 03, 2026

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McGill University students participated in the first official game of indoor ice hockey on this day back in Montreal in 1875.

March 2 – Inuit Artist Jessie Oonark Passed Mar 02, 2026

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On this day back in 1985, artist Jessie Oonark passed away in Churchill.