John Bruce (or Brousse; died 26 October 1893) was the first president of the Métis provisional government at the Red River Colony during the Red River Rebellion of 1869. He resigned because he was sick and his secretary, Louis Riel, became the president.[1]
The son of Pierre Bruce and Marguerite Desrosiers, he was a carpenter by trade. Bruce married Angélique Gaudry; they had five children. He was a member of the Legislative Assembly of Assiniboia and served as Superintendent of Public Works for the Provisional Government of Manitoba.[1]
Bruce was recorded in 1849 as living in St. Boniface. In 1877, he received his patent for a lot in St. Norbert. He was recorded as living in St. Joseph Township, Pembina County, North Dakota in 1879–80.[2] Bruce died in Leroy, North Dakota in 1893 after falling ill the previous year. He was buried in the cemetery of the Roman Catholic church.[1]
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[TEXT: Wrigley Field Home of Chicago Cubs] [TEXT: Congratulations Ambassador Bruce Heyman Good Luck in Canada] [TEXT: U.S. Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman] [Ambassador Heyman:] Hello, bonjour. I’m Bruce Heyman, the United States ambassador to Canada. [Vicki Heyman:] Bonjour, I’m Vicki Heyman. [Ambassador Heyman:] Our family has admired and supported President Obama for many years. Here at the White House, we're again reminded of what an honor it is that he has entrusted me to represent the United States as ambassador to our closest friend and neighbor, Canada. I have dedicated my professional life to realizing the potential of businesses and individuals alike. I bring that same passion and commitment to the infinite potential of our bilateral relationship. As ambassador, my top priority is to enhance our economic partnership. Our personal connection with Canada began over a century ago, when Vicki’s great grandparents emigrated from Russia. [Vicki Heyman:] My great grandparents chose Canada as the place to bring their children and start a new and better life. In 1915, my grandfather chose to make his life in the United States. My family’s story, like so many others, speaks to the promise and opportunities afforded by both of our great nations. [Ambassador Heyman:] Now, Vicki and I can’t wait to experience l’energie de vos villes [the energy of your cities], [Vicki Heyman:] la beaute de votre pays [the beauty of your country], l’enthusiasme de vos sports [the thrill of your sports], and the extraordinary warmth and graciousness of the Canadian people. As Chicagoans, winter is our season. We love snowshoeing, skiing and cheering on our favorite hockey team! We’d love to hear from you. Let us know via Facebook or Twitter what we simply can’t miss while we’re in Canada. [Ambassador Heyman:] For over two centuries, the United States and Canada have built a partnership unparalleled in history: the world’s largest trading relationship, the world’s closest strategic partnership. We’ve faced great challenges [Vicki Heyman:] and achieved great accomplishments. [Ambassador Heyman:] The best part is there’s so much more we can and will do together to build a great future. Nous avons hâte de faire la connaissance du peuple Canadien. [Vicki Heyman:] We’re excited to meet you! [TEXT: Connect with us:] [TEXT: canada.usembassy.gov facebook.com/canada.usembassy @BRUCEAHEYMAN] [TEXT: Produced by the U.S. Department of State] [TEXT: Select Photos © AP IMAGES]
References
- ^ a b c Ronaghan, N.E.A. (1990). "Bruce, John". In Halpenny, Francess G (ed.). Dictionary of Canadian Biography. Vol. XII (1891–1900) (online ed.). University of Toronto Press.
- ^ "Hon. John Bruce, St. Boniface". Archived from the original on 2012-07-02.
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