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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July 29 – James Shaver Woodsworth was born Jul 29, 2026

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Back in 1874, social activist and first leader of the CCF, J.S. Woodsworth was born.

July 28 – R.B. Bennett’s Conservative Party wins the 1930 election Jul 28, 2026

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John Boyko, the Dean of History and Social Science at Lakefield School in Ontario, as well as author of "Bennett: The Rebel Who Challenged and Changed a Nation" discusses the legacy of Prime Minister R.B. Bennett.

July 27 – Insulin isolated at the U of T Jul 27, 2026

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Fredrick Banting and Charles Best isolate insulin from the pancreas of a dog. With the help of JJR Macleod and James Collip, the group would go on to treat human sufferers of diabetes.

July 26 – French surrender Louisbourg Jul 26, 2026

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Back in 1758, French forces surrendered the Fortress of Louisbourg after a 7 week siege by the British.

July 23 – The Komagata Maru Leaves Vancouver Jul 23, 2026

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On July 23, 1914 a steamship filled with passengers from India, The Komagata Maru, was turned away from Canadian shores. We spoke with Dr. Hugh Johnston on the incident and its legacy.

July 22 – Alexander Mackenzie Reaches the Pacific Jul 22, 2026

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Back in 1793, Alexander Mackenzie and company reach the Pacific Ocean, Mackenzie makes mark.

July 30 – Mark Tewskbury Wins Gold Jul 22, 2026

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We spoke with Mark Tewskbury about his gold medal win at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics.

July 21 – Marshall McLuhan’s Birthday Jul 21, 2026

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We spoke with Terrence Gordon, the author of four books about Marshall McLuhan, including a biography and most recently McLuhan: A Guide for the Perplexed. He has also edited new editions of four of McLuhan's works.

July 20 – 19th Century Worker Bees Jul 20, 2026

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Dr. Catharine Wilson discusses Ontario's 19th Century Worker Bees (not that kind of bee). Dr. Wilson's research on worker bee's is funded by the Social Science and Humanities Research Council of Canada.

July 19 – The 1976 Montreal Olympics Jul 19, 2026

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Paul Charles Howell, author and key player in the Montreal Olympic Organizing Committee discusses the legacy of the 1976 Montreal Olympics.

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