[1945-1980] The Modernization of Québec & The Quiet Revolution

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    The Duplessis Era

    Duplessis was the leader of the Union Nationale and he became Premier of Quebec in 1944. The Duplessis era is often called the "Great Darkness" because of his conservative policies. During this era, there was a large change in federal economics. The Duplessis era then led to the Quiet Revolution, which changed Quebec.

  • Act to Promote Rural Electrification

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    Baby Boom

  • Asbestos Strike

  • Arrival of Television in Québec

  • Contraception Becomes More Accessible

  • Rise of Americanism

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    The Quiet Revolution

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    1960-1970: Chilean Refugees Arrive in Canada & Québec

  • Nationalization of Electricity (Hydro-Québec Expands)

  • Bill 16 – Married Women Gain Legal Independence Led by Marie-Claire Kirkland-Casgrain

  • Birth Rate Drops in Québec

  • Expo 67 – Showcasing Québec’s Identity to the World

  • Passage of Bill 63 – Language Rights Debate

  • Introduction of Québec’s Medicare System (Health Insurance Act)

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    Political & Social Changes (1970-1980)

  • Bill 22 – French as Québec’s Official Language

  • Superfrancofête – Cultural Affirmation in Québec