Campbell Becomes Canada’s First Woman Prime Minister
At a glance:
- Series: Great Events from History: North American Series
- Categories: Government and Politics, Women’s Issues
- Subcategories: Politicians, Diplomats, Presidents, Prime Ministers, Elections, Voting
- Curriculum: Women’s History, Canadian History
- Geographical Location: Canada
- Date: June 13, 1993
Article abstract: The decisive defeat of the Progressive Conservatives yields the first administration headed by a woman.
Summary of Event
Three individuals served as Canada’s prime minister during 1993, including Kim Campbell, the first woman to hold this office. Born on March 10, 1947, in British Columbia, Campbell studied at the University of British Columbia and the London School of Economics. She earned a law degree in 1983. Between 1983 and 1988, Campbell participated in British Columbia’s politics, and was elected to the provincial legislative...
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