Egerton Ryerson
Egerton Ryerson was a Canadian Methodist minister and educational reformer, best known for his contributions to the establishment of the public education system in Ontario. However, his legacy is marred by his association with the residential school system that aimed to assimilate Indigenous peoples, which has led to ongoing discussions about his commemoration in educational institutions.
Born on Apr 14, 1803 (222 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Canada | 1 | 3.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 21,044 | $1,700,000 | 941$ |
| Totals | 1 | 38,005,238 | 21,044 | $1,700,000 | 941$ |
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Macdonald was an architect of the country’s disgraceful residential school system with the help of Egerton Ryerson.
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Canada:
Egerton Ryerson was criticized for being the intellectual forefather of residential schools.
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