What crisis did the Canadian government attempt to address through the New Deal?

The Canadian government attempted to address the Great Depression through the New Deal. The Great Depression was a severe worldwide economic downturn that began in 1929 and lasted through much of the 1930s. In Canada, it brought about widespread unemployment, poverty, and economic instability. The New Deal, introduced by Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King in the 1930s, aimed to revive the economy and provide relief to those affected by the crisis.

This initiative included a series of programs to support unemployed Canadians, such as public works projects, and reforms to financial regulations to stabilize the banking system. By focusing on economic recovery and social welfare, the New Deal sought to restore confidence in the economy and alleviate the struggles faced by many Canadians during this turbulent period.