Borden Government in Canada
At a glance:
- Series: Great Events from History: North American Series
- Categories: Government and Politics
- Subcategories: Politicians, Diplomats, Presidents, Prime Ministers
- Curriculum: Canadian History
- Geographical Location: Canada
- Date: 1911-1920
Article abstract: Fifteen years of Liberal government under Laurier are followed by Conservative government during the difficult years of World War I.
Summary of Event
Under the skillful direction of Prime Minister Wilfrid Laurier from Quebec, the Liberal Party enjoyed a majority in the Canadian House of Commons from 1896 until 1911. Under the bilingual Laurier, the Liberals consistently won almost all the seats from Quebec; and with reasonable support in Ontario and the Maritime Provinces, they easily maintained their majority in the House of Commons in...
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