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The Long, Unfulfilled Struggle for Democracy in Canada Hot Dogs & Hot Takes
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The Long, Unfulfilled Struggle for Democracy in Canada | Hot Dogs & Hot Takes
Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM · The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland
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Have we ever achieved true democracy in Canada? John A. MacDonald once stated, “The rights of the minority ought to be protected, and the rich are always fewer in number than the poor.” The framers of Canadian Confederation — like MacDonald — were proud of how their efforts limited popular…
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750 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 5E1, Canada
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The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland
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