John A. Macdonald Conservative John A. Macdonald Conservative The 1887 Canadian federal election was held on February 22, 1887, to elect members of the House of Commons of Canada of the 6th Parliament of Canada.

The Conservative Party of Prime Minister Sir John A. Macdonald retained power, defeating the Liberal Party of Edward Blake.

Note: * Party did not nominate candidates in the previous election.

Acclamations: The following Members of Parliament were elected by acclamation: