Sir John A. Macdonald (first Prime Minister of Canada)

Sir John A. Macdonald was the first Prime Minister of Canada, serving from 1867 to 1873 and again from 1878 to 1891. He played a crucial role in creating the Canadian Confederation, uniting the provinces into one nation. His policies focused on building the transcontinental railway, which connected Canada from coast to coast, and promoting immigration to expand the nation. However, his legacy is complex; while he contributed significantly to Canada's development, his government also implemented policies that negatively impacted Indigenous peoples. Macdonald's leadership remains a pivotal part of Canada's history.