Forever Changed

When the Second World War ended, Canadians could be proud of their contributions. Whether it was ordinary people at home, or at the front lines overseas, Canadians had played an essential part in winning the fight against the Axis powers. Their country was taking its place as an independent nation.

The hardships of war made Canadians realize they needed to look after each other. The government set up national programs such as unemployment insurance, which provided money to those who couldn’t find a job, and the family allowance (often called the baby bonus) which helped families with the cost of raising a child.