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Follow Craig Baird as he explores the good, the bad and the weird of Canada's history from the pre-colonial era to 25 years ago. Whatever you want to know about Canadian history, this is your one-stop shop.
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This Is Canada: Lotta Hitschmanova
For decades, she raised tens of millions of dollars to help people around the world through USC Canada. Her commercial, with the address 56 Sparks Street, became an iconic memory for generations of Canadians. ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CA
This Is Canada: The British Commonwealth Air Training Plan
From 1939 to 1945, the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan oversaw the training of tens of thousands of pilots, air crews and instructors. It altered Canadian communities forever and helped the Allies win the war. ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY
This is Canada: Godspell in Toronto
In 1972, a group of unknown actors came together to perform in the Toronto production of Godspell. In the coming years, the group would reshape comedy and music, winning everything from Academy Awards to Tony Awards and becoming legends in
This Is Canada: Gander on 9/11
On 9/11, the United States closed its airspace worried about further attacks. That closed airspace meant hundreds of planes and thousands of passengers had to find a new destination. Among them were 38 planes and 6,000 passengers who landed
This Is Canada: The Canadian Peacekeepers
In 1956, the Suez Crisis erupted and threatened to drag humanity into a Third World War that could go nuclear. That crisis was averted through thanks to the hard work of people like Lester B. Pearson through the creation of the UN Peacekeep
This is Canada: Jackie Robinson In Montreal
Before he ever became a baseball legend in the big leagues, Jackie Robinson played a season in Montreal with the Royals. He called it one of the happiest periods of his life due to the positive reception he and his wife received in the city
This Is Canada: The Whisky War
For almost 50 years, Canada and Denmark were at war over a tiny island in the Arctic. Hans Island was only one kilometre wide, with nothing on it, but it was an important spot along the border when it came to access to surrounding resources
This Is Canada: The Alaska Highway (with Hostile History)
Over the space of eight months in 1942, an 2,700 kilometres of highway was built from Dawson Creek, BC to Alaska. It was an incredible project that took the international cooperation of Canada and the United States. Listen to the other side
This Is Canada: The Canadian Caper
In 1979, amid the Iranian Revolution, several American diplomats and their spouses were caught in the middle. It fell to the Canadians and Diplomat Ken Taylor to rescue them, hide them and then get them out of the country. This is the true
This Is Canada
For over 150 years Canadians have shaped history. In every area, from sports and science to peace and humanitarianism, the world has been made better because of Canada. And we sometimes forget that. So this month, I'm shining a spotlight on
A Burning Fire: Maurice Richard
Maurice Richard was known as The Rocket for not only his speed on the ice, but the fire he brought to every game. More than a hockey player, he became a cultural icon and hero to the Quebec people. He was one of the greatest to ever lace up
Triumph and Tragedy: Terry Sawchuk
Even today, Terry Sawchuk is cited as the greatest goaltender in NHL history. His records stood for decades, and much of his career was a triumph. Within those heights were deep lows, and an unfortunate and tragic end to his career and life
The Greatest Hockey Player: Gordie Howe
He was so good that people just called him Mr. Hockey. His longevity in professional hockey was incredible and he inspired generations of hockey players. One of the nicest men you could meet off the ice, he was called the "meanest SOB" on t
A Unique Currency: New France's Playing Card Money
For decades, off and on, New France was forced to use a unique style of currency when coins were in short supply. The money, made from playing cards, served an important purpose in the early years of the colony. In 2027, the Bank of Canada
The Man Behind The Mask: Jacques Plante
Jacques Plante wasn't the first NHL goalie to don a mask, but his decision to do so changed hockey forever. A legend of the game, he is still considered one of the greatest and most innovative goaltenders in the history of the game. ORDER M
Le Gros Bill: Jean Beliveau
He was so good that the Montreal Canadiens bought an entire league to force him to go professional. Called the classiest player in NHL history, he was a legend who won 10 Stanley Cups and remains one of the greatest players in hockey histor
Poking Fun At Politics: This Hour Has 22 Minutes
Before The Daily Show and other satirical news shows, there was This Hour Has 22 Minutes. Since 1993, it has picked up buckets of awards, launched comedic careers and poked fun at every Canadian politician across the map. ORDER MY FIRST HIS
A TV Classic: Road To Avonlea
For several years in the 1990s, Road to Avonlea was one of the most popular shows in Canada. It helped launch the career of Sarah Polley, and remains beloved by many to this day. During its run, it also picked up a bunch of awards. ORDER MY
Ahead of Its Time: CBC's The Odyssey
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey may be a hit movie in 2026, but for me The Odyssey I loved was one made by CBC in the early 1990s. It was a show that was far ahead of its time, with a complex narrative. It was Lost before Lost, and it helpe
Nostalgia Overload: Fraggle Rock
Growing up in the 1980s, Fraggle Rock was one of my favourite shows. It became iconic, and is now remembered with nostalgia by many. What a lot of people don't realize, is that it was a mostly Canadian production, and most of the cast were
A Royal Event: The 1939 Royal Tour
It was arguably the biggest event in Canadian history to that point when in 1939, the Royal Couple arrived in Canada for a 30 day tour of the country. It was something millions of Canadians would never forget. ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! C
Centennial Centrepiece: Expo 67
It was the centrepiece of Canada's Centennial and while many doubted Canada and Montreal could pull it off, it turned into the most successful World's Fair of the 20th Century. At a time when Canada had a population of 25 million, there wer
The Centennial Voyageur Canoe Pageant
There were many landmark events in Canada's Centennial Year, but one of the most exciting was the Centennial Voyageur Canoe Pageant. For months, 10 teams from eight provinces and two territories, rowed from Rocky Mountain House, Alberta to
The Other Mrs. Diefenbaker: Edna Diefenbaker
Without Edna Diefenbaker, John Diefenbaker would have never been prime minister. Yet, he sweeps his first wife to the dustbin of history, and barely acknowledged her in his three volume memoirs. He overlooked her in life, and did the same a
Vancouver's Big Moment: Expo 86
In 1986, Vancouver opened its doors to the world for Expo 86. The second World's Fair in Canadian history, there were many comparisons to Expo 67. The event was a massive success, with some tragedy mixed in, and led directly to the Vancouve
When Canada Celebrated Itself: The Centennial
When I think of a time that I want to travel back to, 1967 is near the top of the list. It was the year when Canada truly came out to celebrate itself for once. The Centennial was an amazing time, and the entire country took part. ORDER MY
Devoted To Conservation: Anahareo
Archie Belaney (Grey Owl) spent his final years pushing a message of conservation. While impersonating a First Nations man, he helped save the beaver from extinction. That path to becoming a famous for his conservation writings would have n
A Battlefield Angel: Edith Monture
Edith Monture lived for nearly 106 years. In that time, she led a fascinating life and was a trailblazer for many Indigenous women. From her activism for voting rights, to her service during the First World War, she always put others first.
More Than Tonto: Jay Silverheels
Jay Silverheels from the Six Nations Reserve in Ontario became famous as Tonto on The Lone Ranger. He used his influence to push against the often racist portrayals of the Indigenous on film and TV. He also helped other Indigenous actors in
Tragedy In Europe: Abraham Ulrikab
Abraham Ulrikab could speak three languages, played the violin, was a natural leader and could read and write. Despite this, he was expected to act like a stereotype as part of a human zoo in Europe in 1880. Among the thousands of people pu
