In the chronicles of Canadian political history, few figures stand out quite like Joe Clark. As Canada’s youngest Prime Minister at the time of his election (39 years old) in 1979, Clark’s rise to power marked a pivotal moment for the nation’s conservative movement. Yet, his tenure was marked by both triumphs and challenges, culminating…
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The Enduring Legacy of John Diefenbaker: A Champion of Conservative Principles and Master Communicator
As Canada navigated the tumultuous waters of the mid-20th century, one leader emerged as a beacon of steadfast conservatism and unparalleled communication prowess: John Diefenbaker. Serving two terms in office as Prime Minister from 1957 to 1963, Diefenbaker left an indelible mark on the nation’s political landscape, shaping policies and principles that resonate to this…
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R.B. Bennett: Canada’s Depression-Era Conservative Leader
Introduction While serving as Prime Minister of Canada (1930 to 1935) R.B. Bennett embraced his Conservative principles to help steer the country into a stronger financial position. He led during the Great Depression which arguably is Canada’s darkest economic period. Truly, Bennett’s commitment to fiscal responsibility, free-market capitalism, and social reform laid the foundation for…
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Arthur Meighen: Canada’s Most Underrated Conservative Prime Minister
Introduction Arthur Meighen served as Prime Minister of Canada on two separate occasions. His first stint began on July 10, 1920, and ended on December 29, 1921. Arthur Meighen’s first run as Prime minister ended due to a defeat in the House of Commons. In the general election held on December 6, 1921, Meighen’s Conservative…
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Zelensky’s Address to Canadian Parliament in the Presence of a Nazi
Zelensky’s Address to the Canadian Parliament During Ukrainian President Zelensky’s address to the Canadian Parliament on September 22, 2023, Speaker of the House, Anthony Rota, recognized Yaroslav Hunga, a 98-year-old Ukrainian World War II veteran. Zelensky and the Parliamentarians present rose to give Hunga not one, but two standing ovations. What followed next would become…
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Sir Robert Borden – Navigating World War I
Introduction Sir Robert Borden served as Canada’s eighth Prime Minister from 1911 to 1920. During his first term in office World War I broke out (1914) which negatively impacted the Canadian economy. Initially demand for Canadian agricultural and manufactured goods declined but as the war raged on, global demand for Canadian-made war supplies and farmed…
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Sir Charles Tupper – Canada’s Shortest Serving Prime Minister
Introduction Sir Charles Tupper was Canada’s shortest-serving Prime Minister having reigned for only a total of 69 days from May 1, 1896 to July 8, 1896. Tupper’s short time in office was a result of his Conservative government’s defeat in a general election that was called shortly after he took office. Tupper succeeded Mackenzie Bowell. …
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Sir Mackenzie Bowell – A Conservative Prime Minister Who Bridged Political Divides
Sir Mackenzie Bowell: A Conservative Prime Minister Who Bridged Political Divides Introduction Sir Mackenzie Bowell became Canada’s fifth Prime Minister in 1894 and served in this role until 1896. Upon becoming Prime Minister Bowell inherited a party divided and spent the bulk of his time trying to bridge the political divides within his caucus. Building…
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Sir John S. D. Thompson: A Legacy Cut Short
Introduction Sir John S. D. Thompson succeeded Sir John J.C. Abbott as Canada’s fourth Prime Minister. Following Abbott’s resignation in 1892, the Conservative caucus elected Thompson as their new leader. The transition of power from Abbott to Thompson was achieved through a vote within the Conservative Party caucus. As is customary in parliamentary systems, the…