1931
Statute of Westminster Debated
The British Parliament debates the Statute of Westminster, which will grant Canada and other Dominions full legislative autonomy, fundamentally changing Canada's relationship with Britain.
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The British Parliament debates the Statute of Westminster, which will grant Canada and other Dominions full legislative autonomy, fundamentally changing Canada's relationship with Britain.
Ellen Fairclough is sworn in as Canada's first female cabinet minister, serving as Secretary of State in John Diefenbaker's new government.
The Royal Commission on Bilingualism and Biculturalism tables an interim report warning that Canada is in a state of crisis, paving the way for the Official Languages Act.
Prime Minister Brian Mulroney and President Ronald Reagan hold the 'Shamrock Summit' in Quebec City, leading to talks that culminate in the Canada-US Free Trade Agreement.
The deadline for ratification of the Meech Lake Accord passes without Manitoba and Newfoundland adopting the constitutional amendments, causing the accord to fail.
Paul Martin's Liberal Party wins a minority government in the federal election, the first minority since 1979.
The G8 Summit opens in Huntsville, Ontario, with Prime Minister Stephen Harper hosting world leaders to discuss global economic recovery, maternal health, and other issues.