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CBC.ca - The Greatest Canadian - Top Ten Greatest Canadians - Sir John A. Macdonald Macdonald was educated in the area's finest schools, and he established his own law practice in Kingston at the age of 19. Macdonald oversaw many changes in the 1850s: the state assumed responsibility for social welfare, standards were set for government institutions and places were constructed for the poor who had no means of support. Macdonald was chosen to be its first Prime Minister and was proclaimed Knight Commander of the Bath, bestowing him the title of "Sir." Macdonald easily won the election in the summer of 1867. www.cbc.ca /greatest/top_ten/nominee/macdonald-john.html   (1617 words)

Biography of John A. Macdonald   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12) Macdonald promised a transcontinental railway connection to persuade the province to join, which his opponents decried as a highly unrealistic and expensive promise. Macdonald was re-elected in 1878 on the strength of the National Policy, a plan to promote trade within the country by protecting it from the industries of other nations and renewing the effort to complete the previously promised Canadian Pacific Railway, which was accomplished in 1885. Macdonald and his son, Hugh John Macdonald briefly sat together in the Canadian House of Commons prior to the elder Macdonald's death in 1891. biography-2.qardinalinfo.com /m/Macdonald_John_A.html   (1417 words)

Hugh John Macdonald - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Macdonald was elected to the House of Commons in the 1891 federal election, representing Winnipeg City for the Conservative Party. Macdonald narrowly defeated incumbent Liberal John D. Cameron in Winnipeg South, and was sworn in as Premier on January 10, 1900. Macdonald succeeded in passing a prohibition bill (known as the "Macdonald Act"), but was again prevailed upon to run for the federal Conservatives in the 1900 federal election. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Hugh_John_Macdonald   (856 words)

The Canadian Dominion: A Chronicle Of Our Northern Neighbor Chapter IV. The Days Of Trial   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12) By the Manitoba Act the Red River country was admitted to Confederation as a self-governing province, under the name of Manitoba, while the country west to the Rockies was given territorial status. Macdonald, while unable to disprove the charges, urged that there was no connection between the contributions and the granting of the charter. The Manitoba school question was an echo of the racial and religious strife which followed the execution of Riel and in which the Jesuits' Estates controversy was an episode. www.history1700s.com /Page1746.shtml   (9485 words)

Manitoba Pageant: Macdonald House - Exercise in Restoration Macdonald House, known as Dalnavert in its heyday, was built for Sir Hugh John Macdonald in 1895. Since Manitoba limestone would be historically correct, it was chosen for the replacement of some 200 pieces, cut to specifications. The Manitoba Historical Society hopes to open Macdonald House in 1974, to coincide with the Centennial celebrations of the City of Winnipeg. www.mhs.mb.ca /docs/pageant/18/macdonaldhouse.shtml   (2078 words)

Dictionary of Canadian Biography Online As he explained to Macdonald, Riel “should be sent under safe guard to Regina, and there be tried before [Hugh Richardson*] and a jury of six, under the North West Territories Act,” by which a prisoner was not entitled to a mixed anglophone and francophone jury. In 1885 advice he gave to Macdonald pointed out the difficulties caused by “constant giving way to truculent demands[,] and our delays and the irritation and mischiefs which they produce are in everybody’s mouth, and are evils of which you and I may well take note. Macdonald had found his power base here prior to confederation, but, active now on a larger stage, he delegated to Campbell much of the management of the party in the district. www.biographi.ca /EN/ShowBio.asp?BioId=40135   (2704 words)

Ancestry Canadian Census online at Ancestor Search Brandon District, Manitoba Census, 1901: Virden, Whitehead, Doly, Elton, Pipestone and Glenwood MacDonald District, Manitoba Census, 1901: Neepawa and Lansdowne Pembina and Manitou, Lisgar District, Manitoba Census, 1901 www.searchforancestors.com /records/censuscanada.html   (2062 words)

P-29 Sir Hugh John Macdonald House(Dalnavert Museum) - Province of Manitoba | General Page Macdonald and his wife, Lady Agnes, made Dalnavert a centre of social life and hospitality in early Winnipeg. Briefly Premier of Manitoba during 1900, his long and colourful career included service as soldier, Member of Parliament, Member of the Legislative Assembly, and police magistrate for the City of Winnipeg. Threatened with demolition in 1970, Dalnavert was saved by the Manitoba Historical Society and by 1974 was restored to its former elegance. www.gov.mb.ca /chc/hrb/prov/p029.html   (166 words)

Macdonald Manitoba Tourist Information The Rural Municipality of Macdonald is located in south central Manitoba, and is situated adjacent to the southwestern boundary of Winnipeg, Manitoba's capital city. Macdonald is well located along a major rail line, which provides quick and easy rail transfer access to Canadian and U.S.A. markets. Macdonald is a rich cultural mosaic of nationalities. www.webtourist.net /touristinformation/about-macdonald-mb_canada.html   (588 words)

Manitoba Genealogy Records Online Manitoba as I saw it : from 1869 to date : with flash-lights on the first Riel Rebellion (Ancestry.ca - requires payment) : Searchable online edition of this book by John H. O'Donnell published c1909. Lisgar District, Manitoba 1891 Census: SD Woodlands & St Paul (Ancestry.ca - requires payment) : This database has over 1600 entries of residents in the census sub-districts of Woodlands (Q) and St. Paul (S) in the census district of Lisgar (#6) in 1891. Manitoba Free Press (Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada) (Ancestry.ca - requires payment) : The Manitoba Free Press newspaper was located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. www.genealogysearch.org /canada/manitoba.html   (2333 words)

The History of Canada and Canadians Macdonald's National Policy Macdonald sought to strengthen the new Dominion both at home and abroad. Macdonald's National Policy was by now the chief target of the Liberals, who were calling for "unrestricted reciprocity" in trade with the United States. This was allegedly in violation of provisions in the Manitoba Act and the British North America Act. www.linksnorth.com /canada-history/macdonald.html   (380 words)

A visit to Macdonald, Manitoba (MB) The city of Macdonald is just northwest of Portage la Prairie. In addition, Macdonald is located 58 miles [93 km] to the west of Winnipeg (MB). This represented 0.46% of the total population of Manitoba, making it the 16th most populous community. www.roadsidethoughts.com /01/c01_1633200.htm   (223 words)

Manitoba History: Charles Mair and the North-West Emigration Aid Society No amnesty was issued to anyone concerned with the “rebellion.” However, as Macdonald explained to Denison, the government had no option but to meet with the delegates since the British government was favorable to their reception. The Committee was careful not to remind readers that Section 31 of the same Act had, at the insistence of the Red River delegates, reserved 1,400,000 acres of these ungranted lands “for the benefit of the families of the Half-breed residents,” and empowered the Lieutenant-Governor to “select such lots or tracts... What is known is that the new province of Manitoba was ill-prepared for the sudden influx of people which appeared in the spring of 1871, people who had been assured that land was waiting for them. www.mhs.mb.ca /docs/mb_history/14/emigrationaidsociety.shtml   (3635 words)

[No title] McWilliams was the former Lt. Governor of Manitoba. Metcalfe, J.H. The Tread of the Pioneers; Under the Distinguished Patronage of the Government of the Province of Manitoba, the Corporation of the City of Portage la Prairie, the Council of the Rural Municipality of Portage la Prairie. Morton, W.L. Manitoba; the Birth of a Province. www.lysecki.com /cat_man2.html   (5540 words)

Manitoba Film & Sound - News Release Winnipeg, Manitoba: Manitoba’s television industry was awarded four Gemini awards and recognized with a total of 20 Gemini nominations, at this year’s celebration of Canadian television in Toronto this past weekend. MANITOBA FILM and SOUND (MFS) participates in the on-going development of Manitoba’s Motion Pictures, Music and Interactive Digital Media industries by way of equity investments, loans, recoupable advances and financial contributions in the areas of development, production and marketing. MANITOBA FILM and SOUND is a statutory corporation funded by the Province of Manitoba through the Department of Culture, Heritage and Tourism. www.mbfilmsound.mb.ca /mbfs_NewReleaseLauncher11_04.html   (450 words)

Apartments in Macdonald, Manitoba   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12) Macdonald residents enjoy a great quality of life, with good economic development, and opportunities for rewarding careers and a fulfilling family life. Visitors and residents come to Macdonald to enjoy a part of Manitoba's natural beauty and experience some of the many natural attractions. Depending on where you want to live in Macdonald, finding available rental properties may be more or less of a challenge. www.realestateproperty.ca /secure/apartments/manitoba/macdonald.html   (385 words)

Manitoba Culture, Heritage and Tourism - Historic Resources He transferred to the RCAF in fall, 1941, and was posted to No. 3 Manning Depot in Edmonton, Alberta, No. 2 Wireless School in Calgary, Alberta, and then to No. 3 Bomb and Gunnery School in MacDonald, Manitoba, graduating in December, 1941, as an air-gunner. In January, 1942, he was sent overseas and assigned to No. 16 Operational Training Unit for gunnery training in the Wellington aircraft and then to No. 1661 Heavy Conversion Unit for training in the Halifax bomber. A commemorative plaque to Mynarski was erected in Kildonan Park by the City of Winnipeg. www.gov.mb.ca /chc/hrb/events/famous_manitobans/mynarski_ac.html   (1035 words)

Manitoba Canada Census Records Online 1901 Census Extraction of Immigrants in Manitoba Province at Ancestry 1901 Census of Lisgar District, Manitoba Census: Louise 1901 Census of MacDonald District, Manitoba: Rosedale subdistrict www.censusfinder.com /manitoba-canada-census-records.htm   (567 words)

Property in Macdonald, Manitoba   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12) Manitoba's central location makes it a great place to look for career and business opportunities, and Macdonald shares in this opportunity and prosperity. Depending on the area of Manitoba you are most interested in, asking prices for properties may be higher or lower. If you are considering investing in property in the Macdonald area, check with local real estate professionals to see what's currently available. www.realestateproperty.ca /secure/property/manitoba/macdonald.html   (355 words)

RMOFMACDONALD.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12) In 1889, bridges became a priority and a north- south road was graded, connecting La Salle to the Macdonald road to Winnipeg. One of the oldest municipalities in Manitoba, the RM of Macdonald's past generations experienced all of nature's wrath and hardships. Home of Winnipeg's savior, the Brunkild Z-dike, Macdonald was one of the many RMs in southern Manitoba evacuated due to the raging waters. www.rmofmacdonald.com   (384 words)

[No title] Manitoba capitalized off a turnover deep in the Griffins' end to take the lead on the game's first shot, with Jason King solving Joey MacDonald from the slot at 1:48. Mike Brown chased down the puck along the right boards, swooped in on MacDonald and beat him with a shot along the ice for his Manitoba-record fifth shorthanded goal of the season. MacDonald made 13 saves while seeing his bid for a team record-tying eighth straight win fall by the wayside, and Flaherty finished with 28 stops for the victory. www.wzzm13.com /printfullstory.aspx?storyid=50570   (548 words)

USATODAY.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12) Shots on goal: --------------------------------------- Manitoba 9 7 6 --22 Grand Rapids 4 9 10 --23 --------------------------------------- Power-play Conversions: Manitoba - 0 of 7, Grand Rapids - 2 of 5. WINNIPEG (Ticker) -- Joey MacDonald had 22 saves to lead the Grand Rapids Griffins to their franchise record 11th consecutive home game without a loss, a 4-0 shutout of the Manitoba Moose. MacDonald had 16 saves over the first two periods to improve to 12-2-3. www.usatoday.com /sports/scores104/104044/20040213AHL--GRNDRAPIDS0.htm   (366 words)

November 2005: Advanced water meter reading technology results in rural efficiency The Rural Municipality of Macdonald, Manitoba, faced challenges that are similar to those faced by many rural communities across Canada. Macdonald was forced to resort to a system whereby all 1,750 accounts were required to telephone in their meter reading to the Municipality every quarter. In moving forward with a solution, Macdonald had several issues to address: older meters were losing revenue due to decreasing accuracy; and new housing growth was on the rise causing personnel resources to be stretched. www.esemag.com /1105/neptune.html   (924 words)

Nurse practitioners blame province for job shortage But Jane MacDonald, the co-chair of the Nurse Practitioner Association of Manitoba, warned Wednesday that the NDP government under Premier Gary Doer has not funded enough jobs for nurse practitioners. As well, two pilot projects involving nurse practitioners are underway or in the works: one at the Manitoba Clinic in Winnipeg to improve services for children and another in emergency services at Bethesda Hospital in Steinbach. A spokesman for the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba pointed out that it has only been a year since nurse practitioners were able to work in the province, even though the University of Manitoba has been graduating them since 2000. www.cbc.ca /canada/manitoba/story/2006/08/30/nurse-practitioner.html   (1524 words)

noRiders>May eNewsletter After a great sledding season, Ian Mcleod, of MacDonald, Manitoba, wrapped up the season this year with a ride on the shores of Lake Manitoba. MacDonald has been getting a lot of media coverage with his latest trade—one year free rent in Phoenix. The clean, efficient performance of Polaris 4-stroke snowmobile engine technology was reconfirmed through testing by an independent party when a team of University of Wisconsin-Madison engineering students won the 7th annual SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge with a Polaris 4-stroke. www.altasnowmobile.ab.ca /news/snowriders/index.php   (594 words)

Free Genealogy Resources - Canada Census Brandon District, Winchester and Woodworth, Manitoba Cenus, 1901 MacDonald district, Manitoba, Canada, 1901 census: Rosedale subdistrict Manitoba Province, Canada: Immigrants extracted from the 1901 Census expertgenealogy.com /free/Census.htm   (920 words)

Manitoba Metis Federation Inc. - News Archives   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12) As earlier announced by President Chartrand at this year’s Annual General Assembly, the MMF and Manitoba Conservation will soon be starting formal negotiations to develop a Metis co-management regime focused, firstly, on traditional domestic resource uses such as hunting, fishing and trapping, and later,... Despite the intentions of Prime Minister John A. Macdonald, Manitoba enters into Confederation as a province and not a territory.... The president of the Manitoba Metis Federation, David Chartrand told CJOB it has taken years to get to this point because they don't have an army of lawyers to call upon.... www.mmf.mb.ca /news/archive/news-archive-7-2001.php   (966 words)

Welcome to the Tanis MacDonald Profile Poet and sometime literary reviewer Tanis MacDonald was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1962 and currently resides in Victoria, British Columbia. Tanis holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree from the University of Winnipeg, a Master of Arts degree in English from the University of Manitoba and a certificate in Performance (Theatre) from Ryerson Polytechnical Insititute in Toronto. She worked as a professional actor for a number of years, before beginning a long stint teaching and facilitating groups in social-educational programs. www.mbwriter.mb.ca /mapindex/m_profiles/macdonald_t.html   (547 words)

SnoRiders > Wrapping up a great season After a great sledding season, Ian Mcleod, of MacDonald, Manitoba, wrapped up the season this year with a ride like none other. It was a great finish to what he described as one of the best winters in Central Manitoba. An abundance of snow and a lack of really windy days had left all the open areas very level, which meant getting to the trail was much easier and faster as there were no moguls to contend with. www.snoriderswest.com /features/may06/wrapping_up.htm   (469 words)

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