Canada's Prime Ministers

Sir John A. Macdonald Elected

Jul 7, 1867

Sir John A. Macdonald was Canada's first Prime Minister. Sir John A. Macdonald played an influential role in Canada's Confederation.

Alexander Mackenzie Elected

Nov 7, 1873

Alexander Mackenzie was Canada's second Prime Minister. Alexander was a business, editor and stonemason.

Sir John A. Macondald was Elected Again

Oct 17, 1878

Sir John A. Macdonald was elected again after losing the previous election due a scandal related to the building of the Pacific Railroad.