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Nine Statues, One Controversial Path | Montreal News
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- Sep 13, 2026
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Summary
Nine statues of Canada’s former prime ministers now stand proudly along the Prime Ministers Path in Wilmot, Ontario — including newly unveiled figures Sir John Abbott, Sir John Thompson, Sir Mackenzie Bowell, and Sir Charles Tupper — but this project’s journey has been anything but smooth. Once scrapped in 2021 amid fierce backlash over historical figures’ roles in Indigenous relations, it’s back on track thanks to a local council vote and a new educational partnership with Six Nations of the Grand River. While organizers insist Indigenous voices were part of early talks — even if communication fell short — critics argue the addition of an online learning component doesn’t undo past harms. With 22 statues planned — excluding current leaders — the project aims to honor history while reckoning with its complexities. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1a31c739f93d3f82