Sir John A. Macdonald's government implemented policies that marginalized the Métis people, particularly through the passing of the Manitoba Act in 1870, which failed to fully address their land rights and concerns. The construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway further exacerbated tensions, as it facilitated the encroachment of settlers on Métis lands. Additionally, the government's reluctance to recognize Métis identity and rights contributed to their disenfranchisement, leading to significant social and economic challenges for the community.
Fort Garry was a land John A Macdonald wanted to take over but The Metis took over instead cause they had more resources. (^That's what it says in my book ;D _
Fort Garry was a land John A Macdonald wanted to take over but The Metis took over instead cause they had more resources. (^That's what it says in my book ;D _
He rebelled against the Canadian Party (In which John A Macdonald led). Louis Riel originally took over the Red River Territory, which Canada was to buy from the Hudson Bay Company. But the surveyor's were on the land before December 1 (The official transfer date). Riel escaped to the USA and came back later, to help the Metis people because of being treated poorly from Macdonald and the Canadian Party. He was then caught, and hung in Regina, Saskatchewan.
The Metis had settlements all over Alberta and the rest of Canada.
Because they were his people, he fought for their language and territory and freedom. His father was the former leader of the metis so louis took over.
Sir John A. Macdonald viewed Louis Riel as a significant threat to Canadian unity and governance. He considered Riel's leadership of the Métis and his role in the Red River and Northwest Rebellions as challenges to federal authority. Macdonald's perspective was shaped by his desire to assert control over the western territories and integrate them into Canada, leading to Riel's eventual trial and execution in 1885. Overall, Macdonald's attitude was marked by a combination of political pragmatism and a lack of understanding of Métis grievances.
Sir John A. Macdonald would usually be drunk by early afternoon, often by late morning. Macdonald would often ignore most of the affairs of state. He procrastinated over almost everything. He might sober up occasionally and deal with some issues, but his brain was so affected by long term alcohol abuse that many of the decisions he made were just plain wrong.
Canada's first prime minister, John A. Macdonald, was a chronic alcoholic. On many occasions, Macdonald's alcoholism interfered with the affairs of state. Often, when a crisis arose, Macdonald would go off on a drinking bender and be incapable of giving coherent directions, let alone competent leadership. Many times no one, not even his wife, knew where he was. As a result of Macdonald's drinking, parliament was often paralysed. Macdonald also became a very rich man through kickbacks, insider trading, and illicit campaign donations. Canadian taxpayers are still paying for Macdonald's involvement in the Grand Trunk Railway.
John A. MacDonald and George Brown were arguing about the nature and structure of Canadian Confederation. MacDonald wanted a strong central government with more power given to the provinces, while Brown advocated for a more decentralized system with more autonomy for the provinces. They had different visions for the future of Canada and clashed over how power should be distributed between the federal and provincial governments.
Metis women occasionally wear it over the shoulder, while others wear it the traditional way, around the waist & tied in the middle, with the fringes hanging down.
In the U.S.A. there are over 13,300 McDonald's. In the world there are over 31,000.
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