Virtual exhibitions

The First World War, then known as the Great War or the “war to end all wars”, was a global conflict involving 32 countries. It lasted four years and ultimately led to over 15 million deaths, 23 million injuries and unprecedented levels of destruction. Its impacts can still be felt today. Canada, despite its small […]

To accompany our exhibition They Cared, put yourself in the shoes of nursing sister Miriam Eastman Baker in this interactive game!

The Normandy landings on June 6, 1944, marked a turning point in WWII of which Canada played a vital role. Explore our virtual exhibit to uncover the personal stories of Canadians who helped liberate France from the German occupation.

The Italian Campaign was one of Canada’s largest WWII operations, yet often overlooked. Journey through our virtual exhibit to follow Canadian soldiers and nurses from Sicily to the heart of Italy.

The Dieppe Raid was Canada’s first WWII battle in Europe… and its most devastating. Uncover the story of this ill-fated mission in our compelling virtual exhibit.

Hong Kong was Canada and Quebec’s first action in WWII—a dramatic stand against Japan in 1941. Outnumbered, Canadian soldiers fought fiercely before enduring 44 harrowing months of captivity, leaving a lasting scar on them. Discover their story in this virtual exhibit!

Nurses have long been the backbone of military medical corps, with Canadian women serving courageously from the 19th century onward. Explore our virtual exhibit to uncover their stories, daily lives, and vital roles from the profession’s origins to the First World War!

The October Crisis of 1970 shook Quebec, leaving a lasting mark on its political landscape. Step into our virtual exhibit to see this tense period through the eyes of soldiers deployed in our streets!

From 2002 to 2019, Canada joined a global mission in Afghanistan, where its soldiers faced immense challenges. Dive into our virtual exhibit to hear their powerful stories, told through the voices of those who lived it.