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Agnes Maule Machar (1837-1927)

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An influential social commentator in Victorian Canada, Agnes Maule Machar articulated thoughtful opinions on a broad range of social, scientific, and religious topics at a time when most professional and intellectual pursuits were closed to women.


Government of Canada honours national historic significance of Agnes Maule MacharĀ 

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Today, Mark Gerretsen, Member of Parliament for Kingston and the Islands, commemorated the national historic significance of Agnes Maule Machar with a special ceremony to unveil a plaque at the Arthur Child Museum. The announcement was made on behalf of the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, Catherine McKenna.


Norman Crewe

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The Government of Canada Honours Hometown Heroes from Nova Scotia.


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2025-12-23