Sir John A. Macdonald

Sir John A. Macdonald

historical figure Canada

Sir John A. Macdonald was the first Prime Minister of Canada and a key figure in the country's Confederation in 1867. Despite his significant contributions to the formation of Canada, he has faced criticism for his policies towards Indigenous peoples, including the establishment of residential schools, prompting a reassessment of his legacy in contemporary society.

Born on Jan 11, 1815 (210 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
23,431
Power
1,048$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Canada 1 5.00 0.06% +0% 38,005,238 23,431 $1,700,000 1,048$
Totals 1 38,005,238 23,431 $1,700,000 1,048$
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Recent Mentions

Canada Canada: The Prime Minister would do well to recall what happened the first time one of his predecessors went down a similar path: Sir John A. Macdonald’s grand project to unite the then-new nation of Canada 'by a ribbon of steel'. 5

The Globe and Mail: Carney needs to address unfinished business with Indigenous nations

Canada Canada: Sir John A. Macdonald, the first prime minister of Canada, died in 1891 and is once again in the news. 4

The Globe and Mail: Sir John-in-the-box, no more - The Globe and Mail

Canada Canada: Sir John A. Macdonald was Canada’s first prime minister and a leading figure of Confederation. 5

The Globe and Mail: Sir John A. Macdonald’s statue should stand, but not alone

Canada Canada: Sir John A. Macdonald was Canada’s first prime minister and is seen as one of the architects of Canada’s residential school system. 4

The Globe and Mail: A proud country cannot keep its first prime minister in a box

Canada Canada: The statue of Sir John A. Macdonald has been covered for years due to his controversial legacy regarding Indigenous residential schools. 3

The Globe and Mail: Sir John A. Macdonald statue to be uncovered at Queen’s Park, sparking new tensions with First Nations