What were the consequences of world War one for canada

Impact on Political Policies

In the September of 1917, Parliament gave the franchise to all soldiers, including those overseas, as well as to any wives, mothers, and sisters of soldiers.

In the October of 1917, Parliament was dissolved. Five days later, Prime Minister Sir Robert Borden announced the commencement of conscription and full woman's suffrage.

The Business Profits Tax and a War Income Tax were passed. An "anti-loafing" law threatened jail for any man not gainfully employed. Federal police forces were ordered to hunt for sedition. Socialist parties and radical unions were banned as well as newspapers published in the "enemy" languages. Unprecedented government control and involvement.