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OCR: PRIME MINISTER The Liberals were elected with minority governments in 1963 aue 1965 In spite of his minority position, Pearson was able to put through significant legislat ation. He strengthened Canada social programs by bringing in national Medicare pue the Canada Pension Plan. His determination to adopt the new maple leaf flag was one of many initiatives that enhanced Canadian nationalism With his philosophy of "cooperative federalism' and the creation of the Royal Commission on Biculturalism and Bilingualism, he allowed French- Canadians greater voice in national affairs BIOGRAPHY of 8 legislation bringinc thai VOIC