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1854 in Canada

Explore 3 historical events and records for Canada in 1854.

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Historical records for Canada in 1854

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August

1 August 1854

Canadian Gold Standard

Hincks, Francis · Toronto · Inspector General · Economy / Gold Standard

Canada begins operating a gold standard that fixes its dollar in terms of gold and places it at parity with the United States dollar.

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1854

Political Coalition

MacNab, Allan Napier · Quebec · Joint Premier · Government / Government of Canada

Leads a Conservative coalition ministry before Confederation.

1854

Political Coalition

Morin, Augustin-Norbert · Quebec · Joint Premier · Government / Government of Canada

Leads a coalition ministry with Allan MacNab in the Province of Canada.

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