Canada's Prime Ministers Since 1867

A Comprehensive List

This page provides general details on Canada's prime ministers since 1867. The table below provides a chronological list of the prime ministers of Canada, including their name, political party, and term in office.

The First Prime Minister

The first prime minister of Canada was Sir John A. Macdonald, who served from 1867 to 1873 and again from 1878 to 1891. Macdonald was a Conservative and is considered one of the Fathers of Confederation. He was instrumental in the creation of the Canadian Pacific Railway, which connected Canada from east to west.

Longest-Serving Prime Minister

The longest-serving prime minister of Canada was William Lyon Mackenzie King, who served for three separate terms from 1921 to 1930, 1935 to 1948, and 1948 to 1957. King was a Liberal and is considered one of the most influential figures in Canadian history. He led Canada through the Great Depression and the Second World War.

First Woman Prime Minister

The first woman prime minister of Canada was Kim Campbell, who served from 1993 to 1993. Campbell was a Conservative and is the only woman to have served as prime minister of Canada.

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