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Canadian History EhxMy Own Origin Story: The Heritage MinutesWithout the Heritage Minutes, there would be no Canadian History Ehx. These short vignettes that debuted in the 1990s, opening up our history to millions of Canadians and inspired a young Craig Baird to take his own journey into Canadian history.
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2023-07-0427 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Andrew ScheerStarting out helping the Canadian Alliance as a volunteer, Andrew Scheer would be elected to Parliament at the age of 25. In 2011, he became the youngest Speaker of the House of Commons in Canadian history. From 2017 to 2020, he led the Conservative Party of Canada and the Official Opposition.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://w...
2022-02-1140 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Rona AmbroseDuring her career, Rona Amborse was often chosen as the most civil parliamentarian, she was elected in 2004 & would serve several cabinet posts before becoming the Leader of the Opposition from 2015-2017.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehxYouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehxWant to send m...
2022-02-0422 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Thomas MulcairA former member of the Quebec National Assembly, Thomas Mulcair would become the official leader of the NDP following the death of Jack Layton. Taking them into the 2015 election, he would have several highs and lows in his time with the NDP.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx
2022-01-2830 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Nycole TurmelNycole Turmel was the second woman to ever serve as Leader of the Official Opposition. She also served as the interim leader of the NDP following the death of Jack Layton. On top of that, she spent over 30 years fighting for worker rights in Canada.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.c...
2022-01-2124 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Jack LaytonA former Toronto city councilor, Jack Layton would become the leader of the federal NDP in 2003. In every subsequent election, he helped the party gain more seats until it became the Official Opposition in 2011. Sadly, he would die only months later from cancer. He remains one of the most popular politicians in recent memory.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.t...
2022-01-1451 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Michael IgnatieffWith a strong family lineage, Michael Ignatieff was a rising star in the Liberal Party in the late-1960s. While his political career would wait until 2005, he would quickly rise in the Liberal Party and was leader by 2008. Unfortunately, the 2011 election would not be an easy one for him or the party.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@c...
2022-01-0732 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Stephane DionMade a cabinet minister before he was elected to the House of Commons, Stephane Dion was the architect of the Clarity Act, which governs secession from Canada. He would then lead the Liberals and the Official Opposition from 2006 to 2008, during a low point for the party.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.t...
2021-12-3136 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Bill GrahamBill Graham was the Liberal Leader of the Opposition to not serve as Prime Minister since 1919. He would spend 14 years in Parliament, including as the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of Defence. As well, he was one of the first MPs to come out in support of same-sex marriage.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehx
2021-12-1720 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Grant HillFor 11 years, this doctor-turned-MP served in Parliament. Along the way he helped end cigarette advertising, caused controversy by stating homosexuals spread disease and served as the Leader of the Opposition briefly.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehxYouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehxWant to send m...
2021-12-1015 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: John ReynoldsServing in Parliament in the 1970s, 1990s and 2000s, John Reynolds also mixed in time in the BC Legislature in the 1980s and some time as a radio show host in Vancouver. Once called the worst MP in the House of Commons, he would carve out a Parliamentary career that would earn him respect from his colleagues.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdT...
2021-12-0317 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Stockwell DayA veteran of Alberta politics, Stockwell Day stormed onto the political scene when he won the leadership of the Canadian Alliance. What followed were political gaffes, notable press conferences and a bit of controversy but Day would become a major force in Canadian politics for 11 yearsSupport: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.t...
2021-11-2629 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Deborah GreyCalled the Iron Lady of the Reform Party, Grey was the first Member of Parliament for the party in 1989. She would hire an assistant named Stephen Harper and for the next 15 years, saw the party through its greatest successes, a name change and its move to ruling Canada.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: h...
2021-11-1921 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Preston ManningThe son of a prominent Alberta premier, Preston Manning would take anger at the Brian Mulroney government and turn it towards creating a new party, the Reform Party. That party, started in 1987, would reshape Canadian politics in the 1990s and its impact is still being felt to this day.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTi...
2021-11-1239 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Michel GautheirA veteran of provincial politics, Michel Gauthier joined the wave of Bloc Quebecois who were elected into Parliament in 1993. By 1996, he was the leader of the party and the leader of the Official Opposition but only stayed in for a year. Eventually, he would leave the Bloc and support the Conservative Party.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cd...
2021-11-0516 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Gilles DuceppeThe son of a famous Quebec actor, Gilles Duceppe was one of the 1st Bloc Quebecois MPs and would serve in the House of Commons from 1990 to 2011. During that time, he served briefly as the Leader of the Official Opposition and was leader of the Bloc longer than anyone else. He also showed why you shouldn't wear a hairnet on the campaign trail.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comT...
2021-10-2926 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Lucien BouchardStarting out as an ambassador, then a cabinet minister, Lucien Bouchard's falling out with his friend Brian Mulroney would result in the creation of the Bloc Quebecois. From that point, Canadian politics would change forever. On top of that, Bouchard served as the premier of Quebec and led the Non vote in the 1995 Quebec Referendum.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://w...
2021-10-2237 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Herb GrayOnly two people served longer than the 40 years Herb Gray spent in Parliament. From 1962-2002, he was called the Rock of Gibraltar for the Liberal Party, Gray Herb and The Gray Fog. He was also a man who loved rock music and his hometown of Windsor, Ontario.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://w...
2021-10-1528 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Erik NielsenThe brother of actor Leslie Nielsen, Erik had quite the life of his own. For 30 years, from 1957 to 1987, he served under three Prime Ministers as a Member of Parliament and was the Leader of the Official Opposition for a few months in 1983. After he left Parliament, the man known as Velcro Lips, wrote a tell-all book that set the standard for brutal honesty in political autobiographies.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.c...
2021-10-0823 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Robert StanfieldCalled the greatest Prime Minister Canada never had, Robert Stanfield led the PCs from 1967 to 1976 through three elections against Pierre Trudeau. In 1992, he was bestowed the rare honour of the title of The Right Honourable, usually reserved for PMsSupport: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehxYouTube: youtube.c...
2021-10-0432 min
Canada's Great WarThe Battle of AlbertIn the space of 30 minutes on July 1, 1916, the Royal Newfoundland Regiment would go over the top of the trench & suffer 85 per cent casualties. Of the 721 who went over on July 1, 68 answered roll call the next day. It remains today, a defining moment in Newfoundland's history.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.c...
2021-09-2621 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Michael StarrBack to looking at Opposition leaders, today I am looking at Michael Starr. He served in Parliament for 16 years, and became the first person of Ukrainian-descent to hold a cabinet post. For just a few months in 1967, he served as the Leader of the Opposition, between the time of John Diefenbaker and Robert Stanfield.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.t...
2021-09-2419 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 2019I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. In the last of the 36-day series, I look at the election that was one of the ugliest in Canadian history. From blackface, to false claims of being an insurance agent, to bulletproof vests, there was a lot of anger and racism spewed out during the election campaign. Needless to say, it was an interesting campaign.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu...
2021-09-1931 min
Canada's Great WarThe Battle of Mont SorrelToday, I am looking at the Battle of Mont Sorrel, fought between June 1 and June 15, 1916. After losing a large stretch of land on June 1 & 2, 1916, the Canadians would reclaim the land over the next two weeks. While they got the land back, it came at the cost of over 8,000 killed, wounded or missingSupport: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@c...
2021-09-1919 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 2015I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. The Liberals would bounce back after their worst election ever in 2011, with the largest increase in seats in Canadian history, rising from a Third Party to a majority government. The only time that has ever happened in Canadian history. The Liberals' seat total of 184 was the 2nd highest in the party's historySupport: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click D...
2021-09-1829 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 2011I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. The Conservatives would win a majority government, the first conservative majority since the days of Brian Mulroney, but the real story was the Orange Wave that swept Quebec, taking the NDP to the Official Opposition.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://w...
2021-09-1726 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 2006 & 2008I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. In 2006, 13 years of Liberal rule ended as Stephen Harper and the Conservatives came into power with a minority government. Before long, Canada was going into another election, with Harper winning once again. Both elections had their issues, name calling and much more.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: t...
2021-09-1628 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 2004I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. It was one of the nastiest elections in recent memory and included plenty of name calling. Even the Conservatives accused Prime Minister Paul Martin of supporting child pornography. It was also the first election as leaders for Stephen Harper and Jack Layton, who would dominate Canadian politics for the next decade.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)
2021-09-1526 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 2000I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. In the 1st election of the 21st century, the Liberals gained their 3rd majority, for the 1st time since 1935-1945, while the Progressive Conservatives took part in their last election. An election of gaffes and attacks, it was a unique one in Canadian history.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee...
2021-09-1432 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1997I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. Low-key compared to the 1993 election, the Liberals would win with a razor-thin majority. From Gilles Duceppe in a hairnet, to the fainting of a French-debate moderator, to Reform Party protests, it still had lots going on.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: h...
2021-09-1330 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1993I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. Canada was in for a complete shakeup of the political landscape when 1993 came along. The Liberals would surge with a big majority, the Tories would collapse, and two new parties would join Parliament.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E...
2021-09-1239 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1988I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. Coming off a huge win in the 1984 election, the Progressive Conservatives were hoping for some more of the same. Instead, the election would be fought over free trade, and Mulroney would see his support slipping.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)
2021-09-1123 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1984I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. By the time 1984 rolled around, Canadians were ready for a change. For the first time since 1968, the Liberals were not led by Pierre Trudeau, instead John Turner took the helm. The Conservatives would have Brian Mulroney leading, in an election that stunned everyone.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com...
2021-09-1029 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1979 & 1980I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. With the economy sagging, Trudeau and the Liberals would find themselves in the Opposition after a surprise Joe Clark win in 1979. That would only last a short time before another election was called, and the Liberals could come back into power in 1980.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu
2021-09-0939 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1972 & 1974I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. Trudeaumania was over and Trudeau would win the 1972 election just barely. After revamping his image and campaign style, he would roar back with a majority government only two years later.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.c...
2021-09-0830 min
From John To JustinThe Election: 1968I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. Both the Conservative and Liberal parties had new leaders, but it was Pierre Trudeau and Trudeaumania that captured the nation as the young, handsome and hip leader propelled the Liberals to their first majority since 1953.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)
2021-09-0723 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1963 & 1965I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. It would be the end of the Diefenbaker era and Lester B. Pearson would come to power to begin a new Liberal dynasty in 1963. Pearson would again win an election in 1965 to retain his position as prime minister.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx...
2021-09-0631 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1962I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. Coming off his huge election win in 1958, John Diefenbaker suddenly found himself on the defensive as the country dealt with high unemployment. While Diefenbaker hoped for another majority, he would have to settle for a minority.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click D...
2021-09-0523 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1958I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. Less than one year after Diefenbaker won the 1957 election in a shocker, he would shock once again with the 1958 election. In that election, the Progressive Conservatives picked up the largest majority in Canadian history, with over 200 seats in a landslide.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu...
2021-09-0421 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1957I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. With the arrival of a new Progressive Conservative candidate, the Liberal Party would find itself up against the wall after 22 years in power. John Diefenbaker would roar on the national stage, inspiring millions of Canadians and changing Canadian politics.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate...
2021-09-0328 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1953I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. While the Liberals did not win as large of a victory in 1953 as they did in 1949, their fifth consecutive win would set a record and once again, the Uncle Louis persona helped the party cruise to a majority government.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate...
2021-09-0218 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1945I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. The last election for William Lyon Mackenzie King as leader of the Liberals, it would come only one month after the Second World War finished. While many expected the Liberals to cruise to a massive majority, the end result surprised many.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu
2021-08-3122 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1940I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. With the Second World War raging, Canadians would rally behind the government, electing the Liberals to the largest majority in Canadian history to that point. This election would also feature the sudden death of a Governor General.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (C...
2021-08-3014 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1930I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. The 1930 election would cause a shift in Canadian politics. With The Great Depression beginning, the Conservatives promised prompt action and voters took them up on it, sending the Liberals into the role of the Official Opposition.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click D...
2021-08-2816 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1925 & 1926I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. After losing the 1925 election, King stayed in power through a coalition. When that failed, he asked the Governor General to dissolve Parliament, which was refused. This erupted into the King-Byng Affair, which then then triggered another election.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (C...
2021-08-2719 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1921I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. In this election, the Liberals and Conservatives had two new leaders going head-to-head. It would be the first election where most women could vote, and the first woman would be elected. It would also begin 21 years of power for William L.M. King.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com...
2021-08-2620 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1917I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. The Conservatives would give the vote to some women, but also take it from tens of thousands of immigrants. It was the shadiest and ugliest election in Canadian history. Its effects would be felt for generations in Canada.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx...
2021-08-2519 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1911I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. This election saw the end of 15 years of Liberal rule, replaced with Robert Borden & the Conservatives. An election built on the issue of free trade, patriotism and the revolt of 18 Liberals from the party.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)
2021-08-2418 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1908I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. This would be the last election win for Laurier and the Liberals. They would not win again until 1921, two years after Laurier's death. The election would also see a notable bribery case charged under new election laws.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (C...
2021-08-2313 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1904I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. The 1904 election would be all about the railroads, at least the proposal to bring in two new transcontinental railway. That election, the Laurier Liberals would cruise to the highest seat count in Canadian history to that point.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (C...
2021-08-2214 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1900I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. The 1900 election would be a quiet affair. The Laurier Liberals would cruise on the back of good economic times and little in the way of controversy to a large majority, while Charles Tupper would go through his final election.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate...
2021-08-2109 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1896I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. The 1896 election would see the end of the Conservative Dynasty and the party would never again, at least to date, see the success it had seen in the 19th century. The Liberals, in contrast, rose to power and would remain in charge for 15 years.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee...
2021-08-2013 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1891I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. The 1891 election was an important one, and a changing of the guard. It would be the last federal election for Sir John A. Macdonald, as he would die three months after the election. The Liberals also had a new leader, about to lead the party in his first of seven elections; Wilfrid Laurier.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://w...
2021-08-1912 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1887I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. The 1887 election was a quiet affair compared to previous elections, but there was still betting, some shady tactics and once again, Sir John A. Macdonald found himself leading the country after yet another election win.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)...
2021-08-1813 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1882I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. The 1882 election was low-key by most standards. The Conservatives ran again on the National Policy, while the new leader of the Liberals Edward Blake did his best to make up ground in the election.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)...
2021-08-1710 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1878I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. The 1878 election is called the first modern election in Canadian history. It was the election that saw the nationwide use of secret ballots, and it was the election that had Sir John A. running in three different ridings.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.c...
2021-08-1613 min
From John To JustinThe Elections: 1867, 1872 and 1874I am releasing 36 straight days of podcast episodes about every election in Canadian history in honour of the new election. For the subsequent episodes in that series, make sure to subscribe to From John to Justin. The first three elections in Canadian history were interesting affairs. Corruption, intimidation and shady tactics were par for the course as Canada found its footing as a new country.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com...
2021-08-1515 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: William RoweWilliam Rowe served as the Leader of the Opposition for only a few short months in 1956, but he spent over 25 years in Parliament, was a lover of harness racing and even served as the Lt. Governor of Ontario for five years. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehxYo...
2021-07-3018 min
Canada's Great WarThe Actions At St. Eloi CratersFor two weeks in March/April 1916, Canadian troops held the line on several massive craters against the Germans. In the end, they would be forced to fall back after suffering 1,300 casualties. This battle would bring major changes that would change the course of the war for Canadians going forward.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxT...
2021-07-2526 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: George DrewAfter becoming premier of Ontario in 1943, and starting a political dynasty that would last 42 years in the province, George Drew turned his eye to federal politics in 1948. While he would not have as much success there, without him, John Diefenbaker would have never been prime minister. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tik...
2021-07-2333 min
Canada's Great WarThe War Effort At HomeFrom knitting socks, to sending chocolate, to canvassing for the Red Cross and the Victory Bond Program, Canadians of all ages came together to aid the war effort through volunteerism, money and simple homemade goods for the soldiers overseas.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehxYouTube: youtube.c...
2021-07-1834 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: John BrackenJohn Bracken was working as a Manitoba college president when a midnight call changed his life. The caller asked if he wanted to be premier, and for the next 20 years he served as the Premier of Manitoba. He then turned to federal politics, and became the Tory leader from 1943-1945.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehx
2021-07-1637 min
Canada's Great WarA Boastful Bully: Sir Sam HughesBoastful, egotistical, a bit of a bully, obsessed with glory, that was Sir Sam Hughes, the Minister of Defence and Militia during the first two years of the First World War in Canada. While he ensured Canadians fought as one unit, he made many mistakes along the way that would lead to his downfall.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.t...
2021-07-1138 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Gordon GraydonServing as the Leader of the Opposition for the Tories from 1943 to 1945, he did not serve as the leader of the party during that time. Known for his dislike of long speeches, bipartisanship, his big smile and gregarious personality. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehxYouTube: youtube.co...
2021-07-0923 min
Canada's Great WarCanada's Black SoldiersDuring the First World War, 1,200 Black Canadians enlisted to fight overseas, but the number would have been much higher if not for the rampant racism that kept them from enlisting. Even if they were accepted, they often dealt with severe racism in their own battalions on the front lines.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxT...
2021-06-2732 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Richard HansonServing from 1940 to 1943, Richard Hanson only led the Conservative Party for a brief time, but he served as the Leader of the Opposition for three years. Respected in the House of Commons for his quick wit, he also spent upwards of 20 years as a Parliamentarian.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.c...
2021-06-2519 min
Canada's Great WarThe Battle of FestubertIn late-May 1915, Canadian troops were tasked with the British to take the Village of Festubert. While the attack would be poorly-planned and executed, it would succeed. That success came at the expense of over 2,000 casualties for the Canadians. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehxYouTube: youtube.com/c...
2021-06-2024 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Dr. Robert ManionA doctor, decorated First World War veteran and a former Liberal turned Conservative, Dr. Robert Manion was respected for his intelligence and fiery House of Commons speeches. Serving as party leader from 1938 to 1940, he led the party into the Second World War. Upon his death, his rival, William Lyon Mackenzie King, would be a pallbearer at his funeral.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbaird
2021-06-1823 min
Canada's Great WarLife In The TrenchesMud, lice, rats, snipers, boredom and hard labour were part of the daily life of Canadian troops in the trenches of the First World War. Today, I am looking at what those troops dealt with, with some audio from the soldiers who actually served.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@c...
2021-06-1325 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Hugh GuthrieAfter spending 17 years as a Liberal, Hugh Guthrie would switch to the Conservatives over the Conscription Issue. Within a decade, he was leading the party. His time as leader was short, but his time as Minister of Justice would see him preside over some of the darkest moments for Canada during The Great Depression.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.th...
2021-06-1120 min
Canada's Great WarThe Battle of St. JulienThe Battle of St. Julien would see terrible casualties unlike anything Canadians had seen so far in the war. It was also the first time Canadians dealt with a gas attack, and the first three Canadian WW1 Victoria Crosses be be awarded during this battle. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.co...
2021-06-0620 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Daniel Duncan McKenzieIn between the decades-long leaderships of Sir Wilfrid Laurier and William Lyon Mackenzie King, there is Daniel Duncan McKenzie, who served for only a few months in between in 1919. While his time was short, he was the bridge between these leaders. As well, from the municipal, to the provincial, to the federal levels, he never once lost an election. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbaird...
2021-06-0417 min
Canada's Great WarThe Battle of Kitcheners' WoodIt was the first counter-offensive of the war for the Canadians, but while the Battle of Kitcheners' Wood was a victory for the troops, it came at a great cost to the 10th and 16th Battalions, who would suffer 75 per cent casualties. Today, I look at the battle that was a sign of things to come.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: ht...
2021-05-3022 min
From John To JustinThe Opposition Leaders: Edward BlakeToday, we begin Season 2 of From John To Justin, looking at the Opposition leaders who never became Prime Minister. While Edward Blake never earned the top job, he still did much in his life, including as Justice Minister and as Premier of Ontario.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx
2021-05-2827 min
Canada's Great WarThe Battle of Neuve ChapelleIt was the first major battle of the Canadian Expeditionary Force and while they had only a diversionary role, 200 Canadians would be wounded and another 100 would die. Today, I'm looking at this battle that started the war for many Canadian soldiers. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehxYou...
2021-05-2323 min
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Justin TrudeauToday, I close out part 1 of From John to Justin with our current prime minister, Justin Trudeau. The son of a prime minister himself, he would rise in prominence in the 2000s and bring Liberal Party from its worst defeat to one of its greatest victories. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.ti...
2021-05-2143 min
Canada's Great WarCanada Turns Against Its German CitizensAs soon as war was declared against Germany, many Canadians and the government quickly turned against German Canadians, deeming them as enemy aliens. For the next four years, thousands of German Canadians would deal with arrests, internments and harassment.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehxYouTube: youtube.co...
2021-05-1631 min
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Stephen HarperGuiding Canada through The Great Recession, Stephen Harper is one of only three Conservative Prime Ministers to be elected to three terms as leader. Today, I'm looking at the only Conservative Party of Canada leader to date. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehxYouTube: youtube.com/c/ca...
2021-05-1448 min
Canada's Great WarThe Princess Patricia's Canadian Light InfantryThe PPCLI was the last privately organized regiment in Canadian history, and throughout the First World War it would have two Victoria Cross winners and 19 Battle Honours. It all started because one man named Capt. Gault was inspired by Lord Strathcona to create his own regiment. That regiment would become the first Canadian infantry to reach France.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdTh...
2021-05-0931 min
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Paul MartinPaul Martin served as prime minister for only two years, but he would bring in changes to Indigenous relations, same sex marriage and Canada's economy. What he may be remembered most for is his nine years as Canada's Finance Minister, when he brought in five budget surpluses in a row. Today, I look at his life. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: htt...
2021-05-0747 min
Canada's Great WarCanada Mobilizes For WarWhen Britain declared war on Germany, Canada was at war automatically. No one in Canada was complaining, as governments, businesses and citizens mobilized for the war they thought would be over by Christmas. Today, I look at that initial mobilization effort by the country. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdn...
2021-05-0240 min
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Jean ChretienJean Chretien, our 20th Prime Minister, was the last prime minister of the 20th Century. During his nine years in power, he brought Canada back into the budget black, and moved it towards the 21st century. Another fascinating person to look at who led our country! Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.ti...
2021-04-301h 05
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Kim CampbellToday, I look at the life of Canada's first female prime minister, Kim Campbell. Her career is much more than her brief time in the top job though, as I will explore. Stay tuned at the end of this episode for my talk with Kate and Live from the Just Watch Me podcast!Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.n...
2021-04-231h 28
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Brian MulroneyBrian Mulroney served as prime minister for nine years, fundamentally changing Canada, its economy and his own party during that time. From landmark environmental deals, to the Meech Lake Accord, to NAFTA and GST, Canada was a different place by the time his run ended. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.co...
2021-04-161h 03
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: John TurnerA champion sprinter, nearly a husband to Princess Margaret, the savior of a drowning John Diefenbaker, our 17th prime minister may have only served for 79 days, but his life was far from defined by that fact. Today, I look at John Turner.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx
2021-04-0942 min
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Joe ClarkThe youngest prime minister in Canadian history, Joe Clark only served for a few months but his career after the top job would actually have a large impact on Canadian history through the 1980s. Today, I look at his life and career.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx...
2021-04-0244 min
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Pierre Elliott TrudeauToday, I look at our 15th Prime Minister, Pierre Elliott Trudeau. A man well-liked by some, hated by others, was unlike any prime minister the country had ever seen. He would change Canada in many ways, that we are still benefitting, and in some cases, hurting from today. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: htt...
2021-03-261h 10
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Lester B. PearsonMy favourite prime minister and arguably one of the greatest prime ministers in Canadian history, Lester B. Pearson would change Canada forever during his five years in office through two minority governments. Today, I look at the life of this amazing man. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehxY...
2021-03-1958 min
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: John DiefenbakerToday, I look at the man they called "Dief The Chief", John Diefenbaker. Our 13th prime minister from 1957-1963, he took his party to an unprecedented high but within a decade, was out as leader. A fascinating man, who changed Canada. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehxYou...
2021-03-121h 06
From John To JustinThe Prime MInisters: Louis St. LaurentToday, I look at Canada's 12th PM, Louis St. Laurent. Reluctant into politics at the age of 59, he would become prime minister in 1948 and serve until 1957. During that time, he changed the face of Canada immensely. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehxYouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx...
2021-03-0554 min
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: William Lyon Mackenzie KingHe served as prime minister for almost 22 years, more than anyone else in our history. He guided Canada through the last part of The Great Depression and through the Second World War. Despite all that, William Lyon Mackenzie King continues to be a reclusive, often overlooked person from our history. Today, I explore his life and career.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdTh...
2021-02-191h 01
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Arthur MeighenWhile Arthur Meighen served as prime minister twice, in two very short terms, his impact on Canada came as a Parliamentarian. With a deep hatred of William L.M. King, and a distrust of foreigners and unions, he is one of Canada's more unique leaders. Today, I look at our ninth prime minister, Arthur Meighen.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://w...
2021-02-1234 min
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Sir Robert BordenDespite guiding Canada through the First World War, and gaining further independence from the British Empire, Sir Robert Borden is often lost in the shuffle of our early prime ministers. Today, I look at the life of Canada's eighth prime minister. Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehxYou...
2021-02-0535 min
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Sir Wilfrid LaurierWhen a list of Canada's greatest prime ministers is compiled, Sir Wilfrid Laurier is usually near the top. While he did much for our country, he also put in place discriminatory immigration policies and may have had a son with the wife of his law partner. Today, I look at this interesting man.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.n...
2021-01-2940 min
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Sir Charles TupperHis 69 days as Prime Minister is the shortest term in our history, but this last surviving Father of Confederation was instrumental in the formation of our country and the intercontinental railroad. Today, I look at Sir Charles Tupper.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehxYouTube: youtube.com/c...
2021-01-2223 min
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Sir Mackenzie BowellOur fifth Prime Minister had a 50 year career as a Parliamentarian but many only remember him as the man whose cabinet pushed him out of power over the Manitoba Schools Question. Today, I look at the interesting life of the prime minister with a great beard, Mackenzie Bowell.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: ht...
2021-01-1519 min
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Sir John Sparrow David ThompsonHe is considered the greatest prime minister Canada never had. A promising career began when he took over from Sir John Abbott, but ended too soon with a heart attack while at lunch in England. Today, I look at our fourth prime minister.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx...
2021-01-0819 min
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Sir John AbbottThe man who said he hated politics would find himself as Canada's third PM after the death of Sir John A. Macdonald. While his time as PM was short, he was a very interesting man who had a large impact on Canada's early history.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@c...
2021-01-0116 min
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Alexander MackenzieOur second Prime Minister started as a stonemason with little money and eventually found himself as an unexpected prime minister. During his five years in power, he would change Canada immensely, and bring out many things we still have to this day. Today, I look at the man who refused knighthoods, Alexander Mackenzie.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.n...
2020-12-2527 min
From John To JustinThe Prime Ministers: Sir John A. MacdonaldThe first Prime Minister of Canada and a Father of Confederation, John A. Macdonald would have an immense impact on Canada, both good and bad. In my first episode of this new series, I look at his life, his legacy, his drinking and even his drinking exploits.Support: patreon.com/canadaehxMerch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehxDonate: buymeacoffee.com/craiguDonate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate)E-mail: craig@canadaehx.comTwitter: twitter.com/craigbairdThreads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehxTiktok: https://ww...
2020-12-1844 min