Canadian Heroes and Social Change

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Who was Viola Desmond?

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Viola Desmond was born in Halifax in 1914 and is known for challenging racial segregation at the Roseland Theatre in New Glasgow in 1946.

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What happened at the Roseland Theatre with Viola Desmond?

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Viola Desmond requested a ticket for the main level but was given a balcony ticket, the section for black individuals. She sat on the main floor anyway, was confronted, and charged with defrauding the provincial government.

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Why is the Viola Desmond case important?

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Viola Desmond's case highlighted racial segregation and challenged social norms, influencing views on racism and discrimination.

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Who was Terry Fox?

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Terry Fox was the creator of the Marathon of Hope, diagnosed with bone cancer in 1977, and aimed to raise money for cancer research by running across Canada.

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What was the Marathon of Hope?

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The Marathon of Hope was Terry Fox's journey to run across Canada to raise $1 million for cancer research, which eventually raised $23 million.

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What legacy did Terry Fox leave behind?

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Terry Fox's legacy continues with the Terry Fox Run, raising over half a billion dollars for cancer research worldwide.

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Who was Tommy Prince?

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Tommy Prince was a Canadian war hero who served in World War II and the Korean War, known for his bravery and overcoming societal discrimination.

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What challenges did Tommy Prince face after the war?

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Tommy Prince faced discrimination for being Indigenous, struggled with PTSD, alcoholism, and lived on the streets before overcoming his challenges.

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Who was Pauline Johnson?

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Pauline Johnson, also known as Tekahionwake, was a poet of white and Indigenous heritage who used her dual identity to address social issues and promote cultural understanding.

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How did Pauline Johnson use her poetry?

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Pauline Johnson used her poetry to discuss unjust treatments of Indigenous people and promote nationalism and cultural understanding between Canada and Indigenous communities.