Newfoundland may regulate fisheries used not only by its fishermen, but also by Canadians and Americans in its territorial waters. Borden had led fight against reciprocal trade agreement, arguing it could lead to eventual political union with the United States. Ottawa divests itself of responsibility for vast tracks of northern land, granting boundary extensions to Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec. Nisga'a Indians adopt statement reaffirming tribal ownership of Nass River valley in British Columbia. Band contends it has never negotiated treaty to surrender the land.
Speculators rush to cash in by staking out nearby land and pushing oil stock prices up.
Its departure ends two-month standoff that has fuelled summer of racial tension in Vancouver. After Germany's invasion of Belgium, Britain declares war on Germany. Canada, as part of the British Empire, is engaged in the war as well. Most Canadians view the war as just, and tens of thousands volunteer for duty within first week. Suffragist and author Nellie McClung presents Alberta Legislature with petition demanding women be given right to vote in provincial elections.