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Sir Wilfrid Laurier was able to unite Quebec behind the Liberal party, while still keeping support throughout the rest of Canada. During the 1896 election, he and the Liberals were able to take advantage of the divisions in the Conservative Party over the Manitoba Catholic schools issue.
Before this time, Laurier had worked hard, rising to become leader of the Liberal Party. He had to do his job as Leader of the opposition well, and gain trust with the Canadian population.
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Who was wilfred laurier?
the 15th prime minister of Canada
First french Canadian prime minister?
Though the first native-born Canadian Prime Minister from French Canada was John Abbott, he was a Freemason and tried to get the United States to Annex Canada, so we won't count him. Wilfrid Laurie, who served as Prime Minister of Canada from 1896-1911, was the first francophone Prime Minister and took conciliatory steps between French and English Canada. I think he's your best bet.Sir Wilfrid Laurier
When is the Sir Wilfrid Laurier Day celebrated?
we do not celebrate it, Canada does not celebrate any "prime minister" days.
Who was the first Prime Minister of Newfoundland and Labrador?
The Prime Minister of Newfoundland is the Prime Minister of Canada, currently Stephen Harper of the Conservative Party.The actual post Prime Minister of Newfoundland was abolished in 1934.
Who is the first Catholic prime minister?
James Scullin, was the first Catholic Prime Minister Of Australia.
