There are many events in Canadian history that have contributed to the changes in Canada over time. Some of the significant events that are believed to have contributed to the changes in Canada are The Battle of Vimy Ridge, The Statute of Westminster, and The Immigration Boom. Therefore, these events are significant because the helped shape the country we live in today. We have our own independent government. We have a country full of diversity, multiple cultures/races living and working together. Without these events we many not have the freedom and pride we have to be Canadian. .
Firstly, in canadian history one important event that is significant to Canada is the Battle of Vimy Ridge. This was the first battle Canada and the Allies had led and won in World War One. "Through preparation must lead to success. Neglect nothing." - Arthur Currie. Spotlight Canada (90). During this time in world war one the Canadians had earned the title of being brave soldiers in battle. This was the reason why they were sent to capture Vimy Ridge from the Germans and were successful, a place where both France and Britain had been defeated by German defences during the beginning of World War One. Leading the Canadian army into the Vimy Ridge was a Canadian war strategist Commander Arthur Currie. He was the first Canadian to lead the Canadian army into battle. Also, Vimy Ridge brought pride to Canada and a sense of becoming a nation. "A national spirit was born, and now to be British was not enough; we were Canadian and could do a good job of paddling our own canoe. " Spotlight Canada (82) This was said by a Canadian soldier who had survived the Battle of Vimy Ridge. In addition, the Battle of Vimy Ridge was one of the reasons that Canada was starting to be seen as an independent country. As a result of this victory during World War One, Canada won a seat as a separate nation at the peace talks after war.