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Laurier Takes Office

When: 1896
Where: Canada
Part of: Laurier wins the 1896 Canadian federal election and becomes Prime Minister

Wilfrid Laurier became Canada's seventh Prime Minister in 1896, the first Francophone to hold the office.

Following the election victory, Laurier assumed office in 1896. He was the first French Canadian prime minister. His tenure would last 15 years, the longest uninterrupted term among Canadian prime ministers. The couple moved to Ottawa in 1896, consistent with his taking up the seat of government.

Sources

Wilfrid Laurier Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-09

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