Defining Moments Canada
Exploring the moments that shape Canada’s evolving story.
Defining Moments Canada / Moments déterminants Canada is a national bilingual digital heritage initiative of CanHist.
Through national bilingual digital heritage projects, DMC brings together stories, perspectives and defining moments from across the country — helping Canadians explore where we have been, how we have changed, and what our shared histories can tell us about who we are becoming.
A New Chapter is Beginning
Defining Moments Canada
Discover the ideas, approach and stories behind DMC — and how we’re rethinking the way Canadians explore history.
Becoming Canadian
A national bilingual digital heritage commemoration exploring 160 defining moments that have shaped Canada since Confederation — and continue to shape who we are becoming.
That CANDU Spirit
A national bilingual digital heritage project commemorating 75 years of Canada’s nuclear history through the defining moments, innovations and stories that shaped it.
Celebrating Canada’s space past and inspiring tomorrow
Discover OOTW25
Explore how OOTW25 connects Canada’s space past with future possibilities through storytelling, learning, and national collaboration.
For Students & Classrooms
Explore how OOTW25 brings together science, history, storytelling, and space exploration through learning resources and creative activities.
Be Part of the Mission
Discover the partnerships, ideas, and opportunities helping bring OOTW25 to life for classrooms, communities, and audiences nationwide.
Chris Hadfield on OOTW25
Explore the podcast and full interview with Col. Chris Hadfield, one of the defining figures in Canada’s space story.
