
Mary Macdonald
Mary Macdonald, the daughter of Canada's first Prime Minister, John A. Macdonald, was born with a brain disorder that left her unable to walk. She lived in Earnscliffe, the family home where her father died in 1891, and her memory remains tied to the residence, which is now undergoing renovations by the British government. The renovations aim to make the historic home more accessible, reflecting a commitment to preserving her legacy and the unique features of her father's era.
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John A. Macdonald had a bench built for his daughter, whose brain disorder made her unable to walk.
John A. Macdonald’s old house is getting a makeover, courtesy of the British governmentThe Globe and Mail·
Canada· 2026-08-01




