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1971 in Canada

Explore 3 historical events and records for Canada in 1971.

Historical records for Canada in 1971

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Multiculturalism Policy

Trudeau, Pierre Elliott · Ottawa · Prime Minister of Canada · Government / Government of Canada

Announces multiculturalism as official federal policy.

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Journey Through the Past Solo Tour

Young, Neil · Arts / Popular Music

Performs solo acoustic concerts that later feed important archival releases from the early 1970s.

Songs of Love and Hate

Cohen, Leonard Norman · Arts / Popular Music

Releases Album, "Songs of Love and Hate". Cohens music is used in the soundtrack to Robert Altmans film McCabe & Mrs Miller

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