Category / 1990 / Legacy / Political environment
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Sault St. Marie and the French language: A sad beginning; A positive new beginning
During 1989-90 a number of municipalities in Ontario passed resolutions or motions declaring them to be ‘English-only’. This was, in part, a reaction to three key developments at the time. For some,…
August 12, 2025 -
Former MPPs attend the 40th anniversary celebration
A composite photo of the former Liberal MPPs who served in the Peterson governments between 1985 and 1990 Photo by Lisa Sakulensky
July 17, 2025 -
Sean Conway speaks to 40th anniversary celebration
Notes for remarks by Sean Conway at the 40th anniversary celebration of the election of the Peterson government Let me begin my remarks by thanking our hosts for this afternoon’s event,…
July 15, 2025 -
Robert Nixon reflects on his decades in Ontario politics
In this interview, former TVO presenter Steve Paikin interviews former Ontario Liberal Party Leader Bob Nixon about his time in politics, including his years as a key minister in the Peterson Government.
July 15, 2025 -
Watch the 40th anniversary celebration event – June 16, 2025
,code> On June 16, 2025, caucus members, supporters, and staff of the Peterson Government gathered in downtown Toronto to mark the 40th anniversary of its historic election victory. Hosted by co-chairs Charles…
July 9, 2025 -
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Celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Peterson government
On June 16, caucus members, supporters, and staff of the Peterson Government gathered in downtown Toronto to mark the 40th anniversary of its historic election victory. Hosted by co-chairs Charles Beer and…
June 23, 2025 -
How a 40-Year-Old Victory Shaped Those Who Came Next
My earliest years were shaped by decisions made by the political giants of the Peterson era, like David Peterson, Ian Scott, and Bob Nixon. Earlier this month, I stood in a…
June 20, 2025 -
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