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25 minutes - read up on the Father of Confederation that you picked or had assigned. Use any website for background info, but make sure you have the right guy! Imagine how this person might have felt about the BNA colonies becoming a country. From what you are reading, would they support or oppose Canada?
25 minutes - write a short speech (150-200 words) outlining your character's view towards Confederation. You can fill in details based on what you learned about the "Father" and the colony he represents (e.g. Canada East, PEI, Nova Scotia). This is a speech in the first person present tense ("I believe...") for or against Confederation, with arguments and evidence supporting their views.
This activity verifies a few abilities; self-assess as you go (ask yourself if you are "getting" these things):
- conduct an efficient and relevant websearch
- sort out useful information from fluff
- synthesize information from multiple sources
- use digital tools like a word processor and a blog
- manage time in a lab environment appropriate to the task
- express research and thinking in the form of a speech
- write clearly using factual evidence
- write convincingly using effective arguments
James Cockburn, was born february 13th, 1819. He attended the quebec conference of 1864 as a supporter of the confederation. At the conference he was a speaker, but he only spoke in english in a french and english society and the french didn't like it. He was part of the conservative party. I think it was a good idea for them to support it because it helped out them in a big way. They would have railways and a better trade system. They would be one country together and would all decide on rules together. It would be way better for everyone to have the same rules. James died August 14th, 1883.
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My name is Hector Langevin. I was born August. 25 1826. I describe myself as well informed, clever and popular. My first life calling was to become a lawyer. I studied in the Montreal office of Sir Georges-Etienne Cartier. Later I was called to the bar of lower Canada. In the time of confederation I was a postmaster general. I became a federal member of dorchester and secretary of state in the first cabinet of Sir John A Macdonald. I was an architect of the plan that resulted in the individual British America colonies together. Of course, under a federalist system. Or in other words I was a father of confederation defending Quebec's interests. Later on I retired from politics in the year of 1896.
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Ashley Burmaster
I, John Mercer Johnson, am a politician in the province of New Brunswick, Canada, and a Father of Confederation. I represented Northumberland in the Canadian House of Commons from 1867 to 1868 as a Liberal member. Once I was called down to the Charlottetown Conference and the two other conferences discussing confederation, I asserted the fact that the provincial government should NOT hold any power above the course of the country. I support the concept of a political union in which legislative power would be concentrated in the central government. I simply want a responsible government. I also support municipal corporations, retrenchement in expenditures, and reciprocity with the United States. I was defeated in the first confederation election in 1865, but I led the poll in the 1866 vote, and thats when I became the first federal representative for Nothumberland County.
ReplyDeleteI am Sir John A. Macdonald, father of confederation, and I am the leader of the Conservative of Canada West. I was born in Scotland January 11, 1815 and I passed away on June 6, 1891. As a boy my family struggled with money, so we came to Kingston, which was in Upper Canada. I was a lawyer, which most definitely helped me with my persuasive speeches. Many of you know me as the "wheeler and dealer". I was the guy that went to P.E.I with a lot of champagne to basically party. I went there also for a Maritimes reunion. In 1864, I agreed to join the Coalition, and my goal was to achieve confederation. I am the leading figure in subsequent discussions and conferences that resulted in the BNA (British North America Act) and the birth of Canada on July 1, 1867. I brought Upper Canada and Lower Canada together, and as well as Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Later, I was able to bring British Columbia, Prince Edward Island, and North West Territories into the Canada confederation. I was a prime minister for 19 years from October 17, 1878 to June 6, 1891.
ReplyDeleteI James Cockburn, was born february 13th, 1819. I attended the quebec conference of 1864 as a supporter of the confederation. At the conference I was a speaker, but I only spoke in english in a french and english society and the french didn't like it. I was part of the conservative party. I think it was a good idea to support it because it helped out us in a big way. We would have railways and a better trade system. We would be one country together and would all decide on rules together. It would be way better for everyone to have the same rules. I was a father of Confederation. I was well respected throughout the house and was a great man according to many people. I became a solicitor-general for Upper Canada in 1864. I entered the federal parliament and stayed in the office until 1874, then was re-elected in 1874 and kept office until 1881. In 1881 i resigned due to my illness. (died August 14th, 1883)
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My name is Alexander Tiloch Galt. I was born september 6th 1817 as a son of a british land owner. I began my political career in 1849 trying to seperate the british north america colonies in a country and ally with the united states but was unsuccesful. In 1858 i went with to see the queen to pitch the idea of confederation but was set aside for a few years. After 1871 i was done in politics untill i died september 1893.
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ReplyDeleteHello my name is Adam Archibald and today I will be talking to you about the BNA colonies and to tell you I am all for the BNA colonies I was invited to the confederation by Charles Tupper to be one of the delegates to the Charlottetown Conference on union in September of 1864. I participated in the conferences at Québec and London. As the financial expert of the delegation, I was the only Liberal in the Nova Scotia Assembly to support the Resolutions. I was made secretary of state for the new Canadian federal government in 1867 and put in efforts in promoting Confederation in the province. I resigned the post the following spring in the face of Nova Scotian opposition to union. I receive an appointment to the Nova Scotia Supreme Court when my term was complete. While in Manitoba, I established the foundations for many basic services, such as school and court systems, and negotiated the first two treaties with the western First nations. As my appointment to the court was delayed, I accepted a position with the Canadian Pacific Railway Company. After travelling to London on a fund-raising mission for the railway, I returned to Nova Scotia to find that my court position was ready.
Alexander Campbell was born on March 9, 1822 and brought to Canada a year later. At the age of 21 hes was called up to the bar of upper Canada. He entered active politics and gained a seat in the legislative council of Canada in 1858. In 1863 he was a speaker for the council. He was appointed to the Canadian Senate and became a member of Sir John's first cabinet when Confederation became a fact. Campbell never ran for office after 1867, he held a wide variety of cabinet posts during those years.
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ReplyDeleteMy name is Charles Fisher. We are here tonight based on one reason, and one reason only – Confederation. I am here because I strongly believe changes need to be made in education, governmental issues, the voting system, and our voting rights. As a lawyer, judge, and politician I have had much experience in dealing with those of the Family Compact and I can say I am utterly appalled. They are irresponsible and self-centered. I was once a leader of opposition wanting to make drastic changes. Now I serve as the premier and promise to make changes for the good of the people. I have, therefore, decided to abolish the import of alcohol. This drug has made animals out of us and how do we expect to unite when we aren’t thinking clearly. Yes, I said unite. I thoroughly support the confederation. Confederation will unite us together and show the world that we can make a difference in the world. We can trade with others and flourish. From different backgrounds and religions, we will all unite under the same roof. We will join, prosper and unite to form a new proud country.
I, George-Etienne Cartier am a French-Canadian statesman and a father of confederation. I am a loyal friend to John A. Macdonald. I want Canada to be created. I have many reasons to support the confederation; my fear of American Expansion being one of the main reasons. I created the Great Coalition with John A. Macdonald in 1864. The Great Coalition was formed to stop the political deadlock between upper and lower Canada. The removal of the deadlock created 3 conferences that led to confederation. The Charlottetown Conference, the Quebec conference, and the London conference, were all results of the Great Coalition. Each conference discussed plans to create the government for Canada. I also pushed for the abolishment of the seigneurial system of land ownership in lower Canada. I am one of the most important figures in the creation of Canada as a country. In 1867 John A. Macdonald was appointed the prime minister of Canada and I was appointed Minister of Militia and Defense.
ReplyDeleteMy name is Samuel Tilley. I was born on May 8, 1818. I have eight siblings and am the eldest son of Tomas Morgan Tilley. I am a pharmacist (business as a druggist) I was 13 in 1831 when I left with relatives to Portland and apprentice as a druggist. I am also a politician, and lieutenant governor. I had my first fours years of education at the church of England's Mardras school in Gagetown. I became a certified pharmacist and when into a partner ship with my cousin, Thomas W. Peters. We opened a "Cheap Drug Store". By 1860 I became more interested in politics, and I sold our drug store business. I entered in politics as an activist in the temperance movement. My involvement in this movement and by Reverend William Harrison changed my perspective on my Anglican church. I now view my opinion on liquor as a major social evil. Working along this legislation I would help enforce prohibition on this. I worked as a school teacher in my church. (died June 25, 1896)
ReplyDeleteI'm Robert Dickey. I was born in Amherst, Nova Scotia on 1811. I was educated at Windsor Academy and then I later studied law with Alexander Stewart. I served as a lawyer and judge for over 20 years. I was a father of confederation. I was a member of the Nova Scotia Legisative Council for 9 years. I felt like financial terms in Nova Scotia were not fair. i was appointed to the new Senate of Canada in 1867. I don't always attend parties, but when I do, I prefer the Conserative party. by pardeep
ReplyDeleteAlso, I wanted confederation because I wanted Canada to make Canada stronger. I had a dream that Canada was from Coast to Coast. I didn't want to be ran by Britain. I wanted a railway that reached all over Canada so people didn't have to go to the bottom of the U.S. and back to get to the other side of Canada. I wanted
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ReplyDeleteI, Jonathan McCully was born on July 25,1809 in Nova Scotia. i have attended all three of the confederations, i was a hard worker but i was always inconspicuous there. I was admitted to the bar in 1847 at the age of twenty - eight. I was eventually fired and became staunchly opposed to the confederation, i brought the Morning Journal and Commercial Advertiser. When i first graduated i became a teacher , then a lawyer, i was the editor of the morning journal, judge and politician.
March 16, 2012 12:08
Dear fellow cabinet members,
ReplyDeleteas a strong advocate for reform in Canada, you all know that I, George Brown, am for the formation of an independent Canada and the confederation. I have played a prominent part in the progression of Canada and I believe strongly there is nothing but improvement to be gained. Those doubtful among us should consider the benefits of such an act as this and also the benefits for the people of Canada. Sectionalism has no appropriate place here, and we shall move forward as one. Our land has been divided too long on the subject of culture and language and it is now our time to put such things aside. I cannot speak more compellingly to you, for I have given you my most truthful opinion. I hope that we all agree this important decision is what is best for this land and our cabinet.
Charles Tupper was born in Amherst, Nova Scotia, 1821. He was the son of a Baptist Minister, he was educated at Horton Academy in Wolfville and trained as a doctor in Edinburgh Scotland. He opened his own practice when returning to Amherst. In 1864 he was elected Prime Minister of Nova Scotia, he supported the Confederation and participated as a deligate at the Charlottown, Quebec and London confrences. It was primarily through his efforts tat Nova Scotia joined the confederation despite the provinces strong anti confederation movement. Tupper ra for Federal Parliament that same year and was elected as the only Nova Scotian member supporting the confederation. He turned down position in the cabinet for John. A. Macdonald. He did this knowing that Macdonald was needed to offer ministries to others. Tupper went as far as to persuade the anti confederation supporting Joseph Howe and convince him to accept the union and join Macdonalds cabinet. "The human mind naturally adapts itself to the position it occupies. The most gigantic intellect may be dwarfed by being cabin'd, cribbed and confined. It takes a great country and great circumstances to develop a great man." -Charles Tupper. Sir Charles Tupper supported the Confederation and went to great lengths to ensure Nova Scotia was a part of it.
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Hello, my name is Sir Hector-Louis Langevin. I was born in Quebec City on August 25th, 1826. I am a Canadian lawyer, politician, and one of the Fathers of Confederation. This confederation is a good opportunity for Canada and it will help create a good government. Canada’s trade will be greatly improved. With an increased security Canada will be able to offer to immigrants who would already seek a new home. England will have us as a friendly nation and this will be good for everyone. With the British Government we can make these changes happen. I believe that this is a great opportunity not only for Canada but for its people. There will be so many new opportunities available and Canada will greatly prosper. Let us support this change because the time for change is now.
ReplyDeleteMy name is Sir Etienne Paschal Tache. I was born in 1795 in St Thomas, Lower Canada. I like to describe myself as an educated man and a strong man. I was part of the British throughout the war of 1812. I went to school at the Quebec seminary. After school I decided I wanted to study medicine and then later I became a country doctor in my native parish. A couple years later, 1841 to be exact I was elected to the legislative assembly of Canada for the L’Islet County. I worked here for 8 years and in the last 2 years I was here I was the deputy. I took one year off of being a part of the legislative assembly. I then came back and re-entered political life. I then worked for the boss of the government who was John A. Macdonald. After doing this for a few years I decided to step down and retire, however, I got called to come out of retirement and become prime minister again. I became the technical prime minister of the Great Coalition.
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@cwaldie12
i,john sebastian helmcken was born in whitechapel,london june 5,1824. i am the oldest boy in a family of eight i became a druggest,chemist and then a doctor.i sighned up with the hbc as a surgeon i worked on many ships and in a few forts along the west coast.january 11,1860 i received petitions to stand for election from mackenzie and others. i was elected as a member for esquimalt that year.i gave the first political speech in bc on record.i became one of the three negotiators from bc to negoitiate bc's entry into canada.december 31,1869 i was appointed excecutive council of bc.
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