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sep 1, 1869 - First Northwest Lieutenant Governor

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William McDougall was chosen by the Canadian government to be the first lieutenant governor of the Northwest. This decision was made as the government had plans to expand into the Northwest. William McDougall, from Ontario, is also one of the 36 Fathers of Confederation.

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sep 1, 1869
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~ 155 years ago