"And, of course, it is an indication that Canadians might finally be taking reconciliation seriously if we consider removing John A. Macdonald's name from schools"

Okay, we have considered it, an the answer is "No".  The Americans have kept Washington's monuments up, and his face on the dollar, despite the fact he owned slaves.  He wasn't perfect, but he did lead the creation of his country.

McDonald wasn't perfect, but he did lead the creation of our country.  

There.  It's been considered.  Can we move on now?