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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December 6 – The Halifax Explosion Dec 06, 2025

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The explosion was caused when two ships collided in the Halifax Harbour back in 1917.

December 3 – The October Crisis Ends. Dec 03, 2025

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British Trade Commissioner James Cross was released by members of the FLQ on this date back in 1970. We spoke with Professor William Tetley, a member of the Quebec Provincial Cabinet at the time of the crisis as well as author of "The October Crisis, 1970: An Insider's View".

Dec. 2 – Writer Robertson Davies Passes Away Dec 02, 2025

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Author Robertson Davies passed away on this day in 1995 at the age of 82. To learn more we spoke with author of "Robertson Davies: an Appreciation" Elspeth Cameron.

Dec. 1 – James Naismith and Basketball Dec 01, 2025

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Back in 1891, Canadian Dr. James Naismith worked on creating the game of basketball.

Nov. 30 – General Arthur Currie Passes Away Nov 30, 2025

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To learn more about the first Canadian General of of the Canadian Corps, we spoke with Dr. Tim Cook author of "The Madman and the Butcher: The Sensational Wars of Sam Hughes and General Arthur Currie."

Nov. 26 – The NHL is Founded in 1917 Nov 26, 2025

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We spoke with hockey historian Eric Zweig about the earliest days of the National Hockey League.

Nov. 25 – Happy Birthday, Banff! Nov 25, 2025

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The federal government set aside land for park back in 1885. (Orig. aired in 2010)

Nov. 24 – The Canadian Northern Railway is Completed to Edmonton Nov 24, 2025

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To learn more about the railway that challenged the monopoly of the CPR, we spoke with Les Kozma, a Member of the Canadian Northern Society.

Nov. 23 – HMS Tribune Sinks Nov 23, 2025

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The British ship sinks in the Halifax harbour back in 1797.

Nov. 22 – Artist Jack Shadbolt Passes Nov 22, 2025

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Back in 1998, Canadian modern art icon Jack Shadbolt passed away at the age of 89

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