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During his time as premier, the man who switched from the Conservatives to the Liberals attempted to bring in a provincial college, and build a railroad, but failed on both accounts. Overall, his time was seen as a failure as the province fell into fiscal despair.

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The second premier of Nova Scotia served for several years, but overall accomplished little while in power. His time in power is remembered for his constant opposition to Confederation, and for his failure to expand the railroad lines of the province.

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The career of Hiram Blanchard lasted almost 20 years in the Nova Scotia Assembly, but his time as premier was only three months before he lost in Nova Scotia's first election.

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Today, a special episode of From John To Justin as I chat with Steve Paikin. Steve wrote a book on John Turner, our 17th Prime Minister. It is an excellent book about a fascinating man.

We chat about the book, Turner's life and his impact on Canada.

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The last UFA premier of Alberta, and the longest serving one, John Brownlee is most remembered today for the sex scandal that ended his political career. In reality, his work to gain Alberta control of its natural resources forever changed the future of the province.

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Herbert Greenfield supported farmers in Alberta, leading him to join the UFA. That would eventually result in his appointment as premier, despite never wanting to pursue politics, or the premiership. He served for four years as the first premier for the United Farmers of Alberta.

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The third premier of Alberta, Charles Stewart holds the distinction of being the last Liberal premier (to date) of the province. During his short time as premier, he would make changes that last to this day, before moving on to federal politics.

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The second premier of Alberta came to the post after a scandal brought down the previous premier. Formerly the Chief Justice of the province, Sifton would bring in women's suffrage (reluctantly) and prohibition before moving on to federal politics in 1917.

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Alberta's first premier was instrumental in Edmonton becoming the capital of the new province, and the establishment of the University of Alberta in the city as well. He only served for five years, but his role in Alberta education was immense.

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The fifth premier of Prince Edward Island, Neil McLeod had a 14 year career in the Legislature, including a brief period as premier, before returned to his first love...the law.

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