The Sir John A. Macdonald Appreciation dinner in Toronto: Celebrating his 199th birthday

January 13, 2020 in History Leave a comment

Lieutenant Governor David Onley arrives, left. Host Steve Paikin on the right.

Former Ontario Premier Bob Rae entertains guests.

Treasury Board President Tony Clement speaks with former Prime Minister John Turner.

Giulia Paikin gives Treasury Board President Tony Clement some tweeting tips.

Host Steve Paikin speaks with Macdonald biographer Richard Gwyn.

Niru Kumar tweets out John A Macdonald updates.

Olivia Chow poses with the new John A. Macdonald bust created by Ruth Abernethy.

Giulia Paikin, in her period outfit, looks at her prize, a copy of ‘The Legends of Lake on the Mountain: An Early Adventure of John A. Macdonald.’

Historica Canada president Anthony Wilson-Smith releases the new Heritage Minutes.

Jane Hilderman dressed as Northwest Mounted Police officer.

 

Photos courtesy of Tom Sandler Photography.