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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September 27 – Stanley Park opened in Vancouver Sep 27, 2026

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Park opened to public for the first time back in 1888.

September 24 – Canada Lifts Sanctions Against South Africa Sep 24, 2026

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We spoke with Dr. Linda Freeman, a professor at the University of Carleton.

September 23 – Mack Sennett releases first film Sep 23, 2026

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Back in 1912 in New York, Quebec-born Mack Sennett releases his first Keystone Comedy film.

September 22 – Building named after Clara Brett Martin Sep 22, 2026

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Back in 1989, the Ontario provincial government (temporarily) names a building after Clara Brett Martin, the first woman lawyer in the British Empire.

September 21 – The Toonie is Unveiled to the Public Sep 21, 2026

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Brent Townsend is the the artist who designed the polar bear on the reverse of the Canadian two dollar coin.

September 20 – First signing of Treaty 5 Sep 20, 2026

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Treaty 5 is signed for the first time at Berens River, Manitoba back in 1875.

September 17 – Fire on the SS Noronic kills over 115 people Sep 17, 2026

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Back in 1949, a fire on the ship kills over 115 people. The ship was docked on the shore of Lake Ontario.

September 16 – Construction begins on the Canso Causeway Sep 16, 2026

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Construction begins on this day back in 1952, connecting Cape Breton Island by road to Nova Scotia.

September 15 – “The Greenpeace” Sets Sail in 1971 Sep 15, 2026

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Historian, ecologist and co-founder of Greenpeace International, Rex Weyler discusses the early days of Greenpeace.

Highlight – “The Greenpeace” Sets Sail in 1971 Sep 15, 2026

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Historian, ecologist and co-founder of Greenpeace International, Rex Weyler discusses the early days of Greenpeace.

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