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Today in Canadian History

Marc Affeld and Joe Burima
Canada
Canadian History
World War II
War Of 1812
Montreal
Saskatchewan
Great Depression
World War I
CJSW 90.9 FM
October Crisis
John A. Macdonald
Komagata Maru
British Columbia
Mackenzie King
Nova Scotia
Aroostook War
Klondike Gold Rush
Vancouver
Alberta
Viola Desmond

Each episode of Today in Canadian History contains an interview with a Canadian professor, journalist, author, or “everyday” historian and focuses on a unique event or moment that took place on that day in Canadian history. Today in Canadian History presents Canada’s past in a unique and accessible manner. The series is designed to be a first step to learning more about our past. We would like to ... more

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In 1980, the National Anthem Act was adopted by Parliament.

Today is La Fête nationale du Québec. To learn more about the infamous 1968 Saint-Jean Baptiste Day we spoke with official Pierre Elliot Trudeau biographer and author of "Just Watch Me: The Life of Pierre Elliott Trudeau Vol. 2: 1968-2000".

We spoke with Dr. Michael Atkinson, the Executive Director of the Diefenbaker Canada Centre at the University of Saskatchewan to learn more about Diefenbaker's six years as PM. Diefenbaker served his second day as PM on this date back in 1957.

Lester B. Pearson opened the Canadian institution in Ottawa in 1967.

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Recent Guests

Steve Chapman
Professor of music at UBC in Vancouver
University of British Columbia
Episode: June 27 – O Canada Officially Adopted
John English
Official biographer of Pierre Elliot Trudeau and former member of Parliament
Order of Canada
Episode: June 24 – 1968 Saint-Jean Baptiste Day
Dr. Michael Atkinson
Executive Director of the Diefenbaker Canada Centre
University of Saskatchewan
Episode: June 22 – Dief the Chief Becomes Prime Minister
Paul McCormick
Former Director General of Strategic Policy and Planning for the National Library
National Library of Canada
Episode: June 20 – National Library of Canada Opens
C. Stuart Houston
Historian and author of Tommy's Team, The People Behind the Douglas Years. Professor Emeritus at the University of Saskatchewan.
University of Saskatchewan
Episode: June 16 – Saskatchewan Wakes up to a Socialist Government
Peter Austin
Grandson of Herman 'Jackrabbit' Smith-Johannsen
Episode: June 15 – Herman ‘Jackrabbit’ Smith-Johannsen
Paul Robertson
City curator for Kingston, Ontario, knowledgeable about the city's history and significance in Canadian governance
Episode: June 14 – Province of Canada’s First Parliament
John Fowler
Chair of the Perth Historical Society
Perth Historical Society
Episode: June 13 – The Last Fatal Duel
John Boyko
Dean of History and Social Science at Lakefield School, author of the biography on R.B. Bennett
Lakefield School
Episode: June 9 – The Politics of The Great Depression

Hosts

Marc Afeld
Co-host and recurring narrator/host; appears as a primary host on Canada-history focused episodes.
Joe Borima
Co-host and host/narrator; consistently contributes to episode dialogue and guest interactions.
Joe Burima
Host and narrator in multiple episodes; collaborates closely with Marc Afeld and the guest roster.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 229 ratings
  • Mispronunciations are jarring.

    Names and places should be pronounced correctly. The podcast comes off as poorly researched and somewhat amateurish because of this.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    sfam...
    Canada6 years ago
  • I love the quick and simple tidbits I get from this show! It gives me just a little more appreciation for the beautiful country I live in.

    Podchaser
    5
    alexwilliamns
    6 years ago
  • canadian happiness

    as an expat this is an informative podcast but also just a bit of daily canadiana 😀🍁

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HendriksenBenj648
    Canada7 years ago
  • Would be great

    The stories are rich and well told. It would be nice if the podcast was regularly issued.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    warlordbob
    United States7 years ago
  • Kudos

    A great podcast for expats like myself or anyone interested in dipping their toe into the Canadian history. The programs are compact and well informed. The broadcasters are lively and obviously interested in the topic. Great stuff. Please keep up the good work! From G.A.K. in Japan.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gkirk
    Japan9 years ago

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Highlight – Tommy Douglas was born
Q: Why would Tommy Douglas have left the life dedicated to the church and entered the world of politics?
Douglas believed that future religion would focus on social welfare rather than theology, influenced by his experiences and education.
Dec. 8 – The Battle of Hong Kong and its Aftermath
Q: Is it true that the Canadians offered their troops to help defend Hong Kong?
Yes, the Canadians were pressured into offering troops as a way to bolster the garrison, influenced by political contexts and previous military achievements of other nations.
December 3 – The October Crisis Ends.
Q: Were you and your colleagues immediately satisfied with your decision to enact the War Measures Act, or did it take some time?
It took some time; there were discussions in the cabinet before reaching a unanimous decision to not negotiate with the kidnappers.
December 3 – The October Crisis Ends.
Q: Was the government immediately willing to take charge following the release of the news of the kidnappings?
Yes, the Quebec government assumed responsibility immediately and stated the kidnappers were violent individuals.
Nov. 26 – The NHL is Founded in 1917
Q: Did the players make decent salaries?
Players were paid reasonably, making around $5,000 during seasons that lasted a couple of months, but they also had other jobs.

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The show offers compact, interview-driven explorations of Canadian history, focusing on notable events that happened on specific dates. Each episode pairs a historian, journalist, or scholar with an in-depth discussion of a single topic—ranging from Indigenous history and colonial fallout to cultural milestones and landmark policies. Episodes lean toward concise storytelling (often 8–12 minutes) and feature expert guests from universities, museums, and literary circles, providing context, nuance, and fresh perspectives on Canada's past. A standout pattern is the consistent use of thoughtful guests with strong Canadian focus, and the host duo delivers accessible insight that appeals to history buffs and curious newcomers alike. A few episode... more

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