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- The Canadian Encyclopedia – Sir John Alexander Macdonald
- Dictionary of Canadian Biography – John Alexander Macdonald
In Bronze
A Canadian Conversation — Ruth Abernethy
Why I named it “A Canadian Conversation” →
About the Artist
Ruth Abernethy is one of Canada's foremost portrait sculptors, known for her lifelike bronze works of historical and contemporary figures. Ruth lives right here in Wilmot Township.
Easter Eggs
Each bronze contains Easter eggs—hidden details and symbols incorporated by the artist.
The artist was given complete autonomy to decide what to include, where to hide it, and what it might represent.
How many can you find?
What do you think they mean? And perhaps most importantly, what do they mean to you?
Books on Sir John A. Macdonald
Curated by J.D.M. Stewart
- The John A. Macdonald Retrospective 2-Book Bundle: Macdonald at 200 / John A. Macdonald — Edited by Patrice Dutil & Ged Martin
- John A. Macdonald: The Young Politician. The Old Chieftain — Estate of Donald Creighton; Introduction by P.B. Waite
- Sir John A. Macdonald & The Apocalyptic Year 1885 — Patrice Dutil
- John A: The Man Who Made Us — Richard J. Gwyn
Additional Educational Resources
Educational resources for the Prime Ministers Path are continually being developed.
If you are an educator interested in contributing resources for class trips or visitors to the Path, we would love to hear from you. We are looking for materials appropriate for Primary, Junior, Intermediate and Senior learners, covering a range of subjects, perspectives and learning approaches.
Resources may include lesson plans, activities, discussion guides, projects or other materials that help students explore the history, people and events connected to each Prime Minister.
If you have an educational resource you would like to contribute, please contact us.