Asked by Gurkarn Sahota on Jul 23, 2024

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Which individual was once a Baptist minister and is now popularly regarded as the Canadian "Father of Medicare"?

A) John A. Macdonald
B) Pierre Elliott Trudeau
C) Tommy Douglas
D) Lester B. Pearson

Baptist Minister

A clergy member ordained within the Baptist tradition, tasked with leading services, pastoral care, and spiritual guidance in a Baptist church.

Father of Medicare

A title often attributed to Tommy Douglas, a Canadian politician known for his role in the establishment of universal healthcare in Canada.

Tommy Douglas

A Canadian social-democratic politician known as the father of Medicare in Canada for his role in the introduction of publicly funded health care.

  • Determine the influence of faith on societal structures including both health services and schools.
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cherry afallaJul 30, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Tommy Douglas, originally a Baptist minister, is widely celebrated as the "Father of Medicare" in Canada due to his pivotal role in the introduction of universal health care in the country.