The Worst Prime Minister in Canadian History Harper is the third prime minister, after Pierre Trudeau and John Turner, to send his children to Rockcliffe Park Public School, in Ottawa. In 2003 Harper engineered the merger of the Canadian Alliance with the centre-right Progressive Conservative Party to form the Conservative Party of Canada. He is a member and the former leader of the Conservative Party, after being elected in 2004. [295] He owns an extensive vinyl record collection and is a fan of The Beatles and AC/DC. Paul Gessell, "The "other' parties are picking up big followings". He became the first westerner to be elected prime minister since Joe Clark in 1979. [281][282], Harper married Laureen Teskey on December 11, 1993. But his victory marked the end of 13 years of Liberal rule. The Right Honourable Stephen Harper served as Canada’s 22nd Prime Minister from 2006 to 2015. All electoral information is taken from Elections Canada. He took no questions from media or attendees. He earned a bachelor’s degree in economics (1985) and a master’s degree in economics (1991) from the University of Calgary. Harper has served as the leader of the International Democrat Union since February 2018.Over his career, Stephen Harper was elected to the House of Commons seven times, and served nine years as prime minister of Canada, winning three elections as party leader. Whether Stephen Harper wins or loses the general election of October 19 is moot. Conservative Leader Stephen Harper, Canada's prime minister, attends a news conference where he conceded victory on election day in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, on Monday, Oct. 19, 2015. After three election victories and 10 years leading the country, former Prime Minister Stephen Harper has left Canadian politics, upon which he left such an indelible mark. The move forced a general election, which Harper called for May 2. Partly in response to worsening economic conditions in Canada precipitated by the crisis in the U.S. economy, voters in Quebec continued their support of the Bloc Québécois and the Liberal Party. In July 2019, a group of independent academics published an assessment of past prime ministers of Canada based on the number of campaign pledges and promises fulfilled. Stephen Harper became Prime Minister of Canada on February 6, 2006 after his Conservative Party of Canada won a minority government in the federal election held January 23, 2006. Under Stephen Harper, Canada is now Israel’s closest ally, and – much closer than the United States, due to the animosity between President Barack Obama and Prime Minister … Harper is the former Prime Minister of Canada and also the former Leader … Having won the favour of many in Quebec by pushing the recognition of the Québécois as a nation, Harper hoped to make enough electoral gains in that province to establish a Conservative parliamentary majority, and he called a federal election for October 14, 2008. Robert Fife, "Day accused of courting evangelicals". Harper arranges Parliament suspension to avoid toppling of his minority government CBC. [299][300], He was the first prime minister to employ a personal stylist, Michelle Muntean, whose duties range from coordinating his clothing to preparing his hair and makeup for speeches and television appearances. The awards ceremony was held at the Telus Convention Centre in Calgary, the same place where he made his victory speech. Updates? He immediately pared down the … This committee was not empowered to block the appointment, though, as had been called for by some members of Harper's Conservative Party. October 9, 2018 | Speaking Engagement Former Prime Minister Stephen Harper recently attended the 2018 Executive Meeting of the International Democratic Union. In 1978, Stephen Harper moved to Alberta to work in the petroleum industry. Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s then Chief of Staff Ian Brodie watches from the … Brian Laghi, "Motion by MLAs condemns Harper". "Harris joins other leaders in calling for change". Stephen Harper, real name Stephen Joseph Harper, is a Canadian politician who served as Prime Minister of Canada from 2006 to 2015.He was born on April 30, 1959, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. [269] The appointment was challenged by both Ontario lawyer Rocco Galati and the Government of Quebec as being contrary to the appointment criteria of section 6 of the Supreme Court Act. Born in Leaside, Canada, on April 30, 1959, Stephen Harper is best known for being a world leader. In an interview on The George Stroumboulopoulos Show , the host asked the Kielburger brothers (the WE Charity co-founders) whether there is someone who deserves "a kick in the ass." EKOS Research Associates Inc., a consulting firm specializing in market research, released a survey in mid-October 2009 revealing that the Conservative Party maintains a substantial lead over the Liberal Party. Cambridge House CEO Jay Martin sits down with the 22nd Prime Minister of Canada, Stephen Harper. He was elected in February 2006 and replaced Paul Martin as Prime Minister. 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October 22, 2009. Stephen Harper became Prime Minister of Canada on February 6, 2006 after his Conservative Party of Canada won a minority government in the federal election held January 23, 2006. Edward Greenspon, "Reform's renewal off to slow start". [301], As of 2013, the Harper family had two cats, Stanley and Gypsy. Early life and start of political career. "That sound you hear is the shifting of conservative ground", April 21, 2000. This occurred at a black tie banquet in New York. Thomas Walkom, No title [Second of Five Parts]. [257][258][259][260], The government made drastic cuts to scientific research and data collection. … Rothstein had already been short-listed, with two other candidates, by a committee convened by Paul Martin's previous Liberal government, and he was Harper's choice. Harper is arguably the most dangerous and the most hated man to ever occupy the office of Prime Minister of Canada. Despite Harper’s earlier advocacy for environmental protection, in 2007 his administration officially distanced itself from the emissions targets outlined in the Kyoto Protocol, categorizing them as unattainable. Our editors will review what you’ve submitted and determine whether to revise the article. Stephen Azzi, a Carleton University historian who co-authored the Maclean’s piece, says he doubts very much Harper would have budged on the list if their survey were conducted today. The Right Honourable Stephen Harper served as Canada’s 22nd Prime Minister from 2006 to 2015, the longest-serving Conservative Leader to hold this office since Canada’s founding Prime Minister in 1891. Harper’s 1% annual average growth in employment is “significantly slower than the rate of population growth,” Stanford says, adding it is “the slowest job creation of any Prime Ministers since World War II.”. However, he chose not to seek reelection in 1997 after a disagreement with Reform leader Preston Manning. Jean Chrétien was one of the previous recipients from Canada. His main message was that the other two major parties would bring economic disaster, while only Conservatives can be relied on to protect the economy in these uncertain times. Ben Harper, 24, … His father Stephen Harper served as Canada's 22nd prime minister for nearly a decade before he was defeated in the 2015 general election by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Stephen Harper, in full Stephen Joseph Harper, (born April 30, 1959, Toronto, Ontario, Canada), Canadian politician who served as prime minister of Canada (2006–15). Rt. Today, as Chairman and CEO of Harper & Associates Consulting, he spends most of his time working in the financial services, technology and energy sectors. Stephen Harper, "Get the state out of the economy". He was made Honorary Chief of the Kainai Nation during a ceremony, in which they recognized him for making an official apology on behalf of the Government of Canada for the residential schools abuse. [287][288] According to party literature, he is learning Spanish. I and thousands of others like me have vowed to do everything in our power to bring him down. Conservative politician who became the 22nd Prime Minister of Canada in 2006. This page was last edited on 23 May 2021, at 00:49. Prime Minister Stephen Harper with Chinese president Xi Jinping in China, November 10, 2014. Michael Taube, "United Alternative needs policy, not Reform party lite". Since Stephen Harper was elected the 22nd prime minister of Canada in January 2006, a noticeable political shift to the right has occurred. ", "How Justin Trudeau will officially become prime minister | Toronto Star", "Justin Trudeau to be prime minister as Liberals surge to majority", "Stephen Harper resigns as Conservative leader", "Conservatives to elect interim leader on Nov. 5", "Harper's Conservative Party fundraising role appears unprecedented, expected to mobilize base – The Hill Times", "Harper elected chairman of the International Democrat Union", "Andrew Scheer elected new Conservative leader", "What it's like living in Stephen Harper's old house", "Tracing the Prime Minister's family tree", "Tory candidates' anti-immigrant rhetoric an act of self-destruction", "Rex Murphy: Stephen Harper's new priority", "John Robson: Why should Maxime Bernier wait? During a federal court hearing in the spring of 2011, it was exposed that Harper's Conservatives deliberately violated… [277], On July 11, 2011, Harper was honoured by Alberta's Blood tribe. He stepped down in 1997 to become Vice President (later President) of the National Citizens Coalition, a non-partisan Canadian organization that advocates for individual … The study found that the governments led by Harper, in addition to the government led by his successor, Prime Minister and Conservative Leader Stephen Harper made a pit stop in Penticton Sunday to address an invitation-only rally of supporters. 2019: For his long-standing career in politics and for his service to the nation as the 22nd prime minister of Canada. [191], The government closed a number of government libraries without consultation on the closings or the process involved. Harper was elected to represent the Calgary West riding in the Canadian House of Commons in 1993 as a member of the Reform Party, which had been founded in the 1980s to express both a distinctive role for the western provinces in the Canadian federation and conservative views on social policy. Photograph: Todd Korol/Reuters Published on Thu 30 May 2013 14.04 EDT Stephen Harper, in full Stephen Joseph Harper, (born April 30, 1959, Toronto, Ontario, Canada), Canadian politician who served as prime minister of Canada (2006–15). Moreover, there are pipelines that will send bitumen from the oil sands to China – including Northern Gateway and Kinder Morgan – which the Harper government has wholeheartedly endorsed. Dear Prime Minister: The accord which was signed by the Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Turkey on October 10, 2009, and which consists of two specific protocols and an annex, is expected to be ratified by the parliaments of both countries. Geoff White, "Ottawa will be hearing from Reform MP". As a prominent Albertan, as a member of Parliament and in particular, leader of the Official Opposition, Harper was awarded with the Alberta Centennial Medal. Harper subsequently nominated Clement Gascon to the position instead. Stephen Joseph Harper was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada in April 1959. He was interviewed and expressed his views on the state of hockey and his preference for an overtime period in lieu of a shoot-out. Gov. 2002: As the leader of the Official Opposition and a member of Parliament, Harper was awarded the medal as a member of the. He is the first Canadian to be awarded this medal. Born in Toronto, Ontario, in 1959, Mr Harper became involved in politics while still at school. Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s then Chief of Staff Ian Brodie watches from the back of the room during a photo op before the government caucus meeting on Parliament Hill in … Check out this biography to know about his … Over 2,000 scientists were dismissed and funding was cut from world renowned research facilities. Corrections? Former Prime Minister Stephen J. Harper issued the following statement today on the death of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. 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Dawn Walton, "Rookie Levant ready to run". The act drew harsh criticism from environmental groups and from the Liberal opposition. As Chairman and CEO of Harper & Associates Consulting, he now spends his time working in the financial services, technology and energy sectors providing advice and counsel to business leaders. The manner in which it was done received significant criticism because it has resulted in the remaining information being put into a disarray, rendering it inaccessible for research.[261][262]. Five weeks after Stephen Harper won his majority government in 2011, Maclean’s magazine ran a story asking experts to name Canada’s best prime ministers. 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Readers with functioning short-term memories will recall that not so long ago much was made of the fact Stephen Harper's father got the former Conservative prime minister his first job in Alberta, working in the mailroom of Imperial Oil's offices in Edmonton. Stephen Joseph Harper was born on the 30th April 1959, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and is an entrepreneur and politician, who is best recognized for serving as the 22nd Prime Minister of Canada from 2006 to 2015. ", "The Diamond Jubilee Medal awarded to The Right Honourable Stephen Joseph Harper, P.C., M.P. 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In 2004 Harper was elected leader of the new party and attempted to define a moderate stance for the Conservatives, advocating tax relief, a balanced budget, and government transparency. Gen. Michaëlle Jean has granted a request from Prime Minister Stephen Harper to suspend Parliament until late next month, a move that avoids a confidence vote set for Monday that could have toppled his minority government. had a team to call its own", "Harper prefers 'team' approach to shootouts", "Harper, Howe, Gretzky. This award was offered through a US group of various faith representatives. However, following the election of a new government in 2015, several scientists who are or were employed by the government have come forward to confirm the allegations made by anonymous sources during the Harper years. Neville Nankivell, "Reform's voice will grow louder". [254][255][256], Starting in 2006, the Harper government implemented policies that had the effect of reducing transparency. Chantal Hebert, "Alberta, Quebec sing from same complaint book". ", Full text of Stephen Harper's 1997 speech, Stephen Harper, Tom Flanagan et al., "The Alberta Agenda", "Edited Hansard * Table of Contents * Number 074 (Official Version)", "2004 Conservative Leadership Convention", "The Inside Story Of Canada's Nastiest Campaign", "Copps's battle a symptom of Liberal infighting", "Are MP's remarks like 2004 again for Harper? Kenneth Whyte, "The right-wingers duke it out in the Calgary West corral". [285] Laureen was formerly married to New Zealander Neil Fenton from 1985 to 1988. EKOS Research Associates Inc., a consulting firm specializing in market research, released a survey in mid-October 2009 revealing that the Conservative Party maintains a substantial lead over the Liberal Party. [278], On September 27, 2012, Harper received the World Statesman of the Year award. [298], In October 2010, Harper taped a cameo appearance in an episode of the television show Murdoch Mysteries, which aired July 20, 2011, during the show's fourth season. According to FamousDetails, he was born in the Year of the Pig. In fact, he is the only Canadian prime minister to be found in contempt of Parliament, which occurred in 2011 after his government refused to release costs on certain programs to opposition MPs. Harper became prime minister in 2006, forming a minority government after the 2006 election. Susan Delacourt, "Seeds planted for opposition to unity plan". In 1980, Prime Minister Trudeau had introduced the National Energy Program (NEP). Prime Minister Stephen Harper's comment that a national inquiry into missing and murdered aboriginal women is not high on the government's radar, made during an interview with the CBC… National Citizen's Coalition, "NCC To Back New Court Challenge To Wheat Board Monopoly", Susan Riley, "Harper's suspect evolution", December 16, 2005, pg. Gen. Michaëlle Jean has granted a request from Prime Minister Stephen Harper to suspend Parliament until late next month, a move that avoids a confidence vote set for Monday that could have toppled his minority government. Stephen Joseph Harper PC CC (born April 30, 1959) is a Canadian economist, entrepreneur, and retired politician. | National Post", "Who is Stephen Harper, the Conservative poised to be Canada's next prime minister? Stephen Harper, "Why Chrétien mustn't flag". Stephen Joseph Harper, CC, PC, prime minister of Canada 2006–15, politician, author, economist (born 30 April 1959 in Toronto, ON). https://www.who.int/.../accountability_commission/harper/en He is a member of the evangelical Christian and Missionary Alliance and attends church at the East Gate Alliance Church in Ottawa. As Chairman and CEO of Harper & Associates Consulting, he now spends his time working in the financial services, technology and energy sectors providing advice and counsel to business leaders. Harper issued this apology in 2008. These schools, which opened in the 1870s, were designed to efface the cultural identity of indigenous children and forcibly assimilate them into broader Canadian society. Photo from PMO website. Stephen Harper in Toronto last year during the election campaign. [279], In August 2016 President Petro Poroshenko of Ukraine awarded Stephen Harper with the highest award for foreigners–the Order of Liberty. In the election of 2004 the Conservatives won 99 seats in the House of Commons, and Harper continued as leader of the opposition. Rolf Auer February 19, 2011 This article was prompted by a January 23, 2003 article by Globe and Mail columnist Lawrence Martin headlined, “It’s not Canadians who’ve gone to the right, just their media.” Martin wrote, in part: “You have a bit of a problem here,” a European diplomat was saying over Harper arranges Parliament suspension to avoid toppling of his minority government CBC. He has already reshaped Canada. Stephen Harper was sworn in as Canada’s 22nd Prime Minister on 6 February 2006. newsmaker of 2006", "PM calls UN conference an 'anti-Western hatefest, "Harper honoured by Alberta's Blood Tribe", "Nobel laureate Donna Strickland, James Cameron, Inuk actor Johnny Issaluk among Order of Canada appointees", http://www.ottawajewishbulletin.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Dr-Stephen-Harper.jpg, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dd7eDi7osX0, "Why Stephen Harper keeps his evangelical faith very private", "10 Things you might not know about ... Harper", "PM Harper set to finish book on Canada's sport", "A Great Game: Stephen Harper's hockey history captures the pulse of a young Canada", "Long before Leafs, T.O. Prime Minister Stephen Harper addresses the Knesset on Monday, January 20, 2014. h of electricity per year, which is enough to "reduce greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to taking 3.2 million vehicles off the road each year". No leftwingers in sight", "Harper gets on stage with a little help from his wife", "Prime Minister Harper Shoots Cameo On Murdoch Mysteries", "Harper's Murdoch cameo, and other famous political pop culture mashups", "Stephen Harper's stylist no longer on public payroll", "Letter writer gets reply, framed cat photo from Prime Minister Harper | Daily Buzz — Yahoo! Upon graduation he directed his career toward politics and public policy analysis. After leaving office, Harper led the National Citizens Coalition, which advocated free enterprise and lower taxes and was critical of the federal response to Quebec separatism. Stephen Joseph Harper was born on the 30th April 1959, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and is an entrepreneur and politician, who is best recognized for serving as the 22nd Prime Minister of Canada from 2006 to 2015. Harper was born in eastern Canada, where he spent his childhood. His government was found to be in contempt of Parliament for having failed to share sufficient budgetary information relating to the costs of government proposals for anticrime programs, corporate tax cuts, and plans to purchase fighter jets from the United States. Stephen Harper. Prime Minister Harper created the modern Conservative Party of Canada and won three successive national elections, in 2006, 2008, and 2011. The Conservative government introduced its federal budget in January 2009, which was subsequently passed. Posted: Jun 11, 2008 3:39 PM ET | Last Updated: June 11, 2008. Stephen Harper Prime Minister of Canada Ottawa. Chantal Hebert, "Harper takes pragmatic approach to Quebec". In the 2011 federal election, Harper won his first and only majority government. Countrywide, however, the Conservatives gained 19 seats to reach a total of 143. He attended the University of Calgary, where he received both a bachelor’s degree (1985) and a master’s degree (1991) in economics. [262][263], During the Harper government, it was not possible for government employed scientists to openly speak about the government policy that prohibited communication with the media. While she used to be on the public payroll, she has been paid for by the Conservative Party since "some time [in] 2007". Stephen Joseph Harper is a Canadian entrepreneur, economist, retired politician, and former Prime Minister of the country. The most cited characteristic of Stephen Harper is his legendary temper. She reflects on Canada’s fall from grace: What a long, strange slide it has been for Canada since 2006, when Stephen Harper became prime minister….Harper is Nixon without the charm, he’s Nixon without the progressive social and environmental programs, he’s Nixon but he worships at a fundamentalist church. The administration proposed the Clean Air Act, which set more-ambiguous guidelines and a more generous time line for meeting emissions goals, as an alternative for dealing with climate change. Sheldon Alberts, "Harper mounts campaign to lead the right: Behind the scenes". Paul Adams, "Front-runner rides tide of religious conservatism". Louise Elliott, "Harper calls Canada a nation of defeatists, defends remark about easterners". WATCH: Stephen Harper reveals the truth about Canada's liberal media bias. News Canada", "October 19, 2015 Election Results — Calgary Heritage (Validated results)", "Elections Canada Online | Final Candidates Election Expenses Limits", List of books about Prime Ministers of Canada, "Stephen Harper's Rise to Power: Will His "New" Conservative Party Become Canada's "Natural Governing Party" of the Twenty-First Century? Harper then had Rothstein appear before an ad hoc non-partisan committee of 12 members of Parliament. 3. CALGARY -- The son of former Canadian prime minister Stephen Harper has been hired by Alberta Premier Jason Kenney's government. Brian Laghi, "Harper, Day swap insults in debate". He published a book, A Great Game: The Forgotten Leafs and the Rise of Professional Hockey (2013), which chronicles the growth of professional hockey, particularly in Toronto,[291] and writes articles occasionally on the subject. Joan Crockett, "Robinson lays equality complaint". Harper secured 36.3 per cent of the popular vote and 124 of 308 seats — far short of a majority. WHY IS STEPHEN HARPER PRIME MINISTER? National Citizens Coalition, "NCC Ad Campaign Urges Albertans Not to Vote Liberal". 5 and 6 that the Nadon appointment was invalid, and that the federal government could not unilaterally amend the Supreme Court Act. [297] He received a standing ovation after providing the piano accompaniment and lead vocals for the song. [253] In September 2013, Finance Minister Jim Flaherty announced a federal contribution of $660 million towards the Scarborough Subway Extension. Italicized expenditures refer to submitted totals, and are presented when the final reviewed totals are not available. In 2002 Harper was elected leader of the Canadian Alliance (the successor to the Reform Party), defeating its sitting leader Stockwell Day, and returned to Parliament later that year, as the MP for the Calgary Southwest riding and as leader of the opposition.
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