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

  • Act to Promote Rural Electrification

  • The Duplessis Era

  • Refus Global Manifesto Published

  • Adoption of the Fleurdelisé (Québec’s Flag)

  • Asbestos Strike

  • Introduction of Provincial Income Tax (Fiscal Autonomy)

  • The Quiet Revolution

  • Creation of the Department of Cultural Affairs

  • Establishment of CEGEPs and Université du Québec Network

  • Bill 16 – Married Women Gain Legal Independence

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

  • Passage of Bill 63 – Language Rights Debate