Patrice Dutil

Mike Kakuk, an automotive expert and co-host of Mornings with Mike and Meg, sheds light on the auto industry's pressing concerns. Dr. Patrice Dutil emphasizes the need to learn from historical figures rather than erase them. Bryan Passifiume discusses the push to end zero-emission vehicle mandates, citing consumer disinterest. Finally, Robin Urbach advocates for a unified Canadian strategy with the U.S. to tackle trade issues, underscoring the complexities of national interests amidst external political pressures.

Patrice Dutil, a Canadian history professor, shares his insights on Sir John A. Macdonald's complex legacy. He reveals that Macdonald extended voting rights to Indigenous people, a fact often overlooked in current narratives. The conversation also tackles the controversial portrayal of Macdonald compared to figures like Louis Riel. Dutil argues for a more nuanced understanding of historical events, such as the 1885 Smallpox Crisis, and the significant contributions of the Canadian Pacific Railway, reshaping perceptions of Canada's founders.