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Macdonald legacy sparks renewed debate in Canada
An Ontario plan to return Sir John A. Macdonald’s statue to Queen’s Park triggers a broader discussion of Canada’s history. Critics note racist policies and residential schools, while supporters urge preserving history. observers call for nuanced context in public memory and education. Eric Strikwerda of Athabasca University frames the debate.
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