Episode 3 of 3
Formation of the Dominion of Canada
- When
- 1867-07-01
- Where
- Dominion of Canada
The union of the Province of Canada, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick into the Dominion of Canada took effect on July 1, 1867.
A royal proclamation ordained that the provinces would form one Dominion under the name of Canada. This date is observed annually as Canada Day, formerly known as Dominion Day.
Sources
- Canadian Confederation Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-06
- Constitution Act, 1867 Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-09
- John A. Macdonald Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-14
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