Author: Darrel Pratt

Does Pal Work In Canada?

To have a firearm in Canada, you must have a PAL . A PAL allows you to get and have a specified class, or classes, of firearms. You must meet the firearms-safety training requirements before you apply for a PAL . Does PAL play in Canada? NTSC is used in the United States, Canada, Japan, […]

When Was Canada At War?

Canada declared war on Germany in September 1939. Britain’s declaration of war did not automatically commit Canada, as had been the case in 1914. When was Canada officially at war? Since gaining the authority to declare war under the Statute of Westminster 1931, Canada has declared war only during the Second World War. Has Canada […]

Who Was In Government Canada 1993?

In a landslide, the Liberal Party, led by Jean Chrétien, won a majority government. The election was called on September 8, 1993, by the new Progressive Conservative Party (PC) leader, Prime Minister Kim Campbell, near the end of her party’s five-year mandate. Who was the leader of Canada in 1993? Kim Campbell The Right Honourable […]

What Was Y2K In Canada?

On Dec. 31, 1999, Canadian leaders were preparing for the possibility that civilization would break down. The fear that electricity, phone lines and the financial industry could freeze up at the stroke of midnight because of a simple coding glitch in the world’s computers had come to be known as Y2K. What was Y2K supposed […]

What Happened In 1998 In Canada?

January 2 – Three separate avalanches in British Columbia kill a total of nine people. January 5 – The Ice Storm of 1998, caused by El Niño, strikes southern Ontario and Quebec, resulting in widespread power failures, severe damage to forests, and a number of deaths. January 6 – Alan Eagleson pleads guilty to fraud. […]

Is Superman From Canada?

See also Joe Shuster, Hal Foster (and other creators that moved outside of Canada and had a career working in American comics) are they Canadian or not? No, Superman is not Canadian. Is Superman American or Canadian? Superman was co-created by a Canadian: Toronto-born artist Joe Shuster created the superhero with American writer Jerry Siegel […]

What Was Going On In 1962 In Canada?

September 29 – Alouette 1, Canada’s first satellite, is launched. October 25-November 12 – The Cuban Missile Crisis occurs. Diefenbaker refuses to put Canadian forces on alert, angering the U.S. government. December 11 – The last two hangings in Canada take place. What was invented in 1962 in Canada? Instant Mashed Potatoes. Drying root vegetables […]

Who Was Called Captain Canada?

During an incredible run of seven consecutive IIHF World Championships from 1999 to 2005 – the last five with the ‘C’ on his chest – Ryan Smyth was given the nickname ‘Captain Canada’ by sportscaster and writer Pierre LeBrun. Who created Captain Canada? Captain Canuck is a Canadian comic book superhero. Created by cartoonist Ron […]