'J.D.M. Stewart writes :  "The issue raised by the ETFO is about far more than Macdonald, though. The problem with this resolution ......about names on buildings and taking down statues – is the lack of understanding about history that it reveals". Stewart's denigration of others that they "lack of (understanding  the history) that it reveals.  Suggesting Stewart he feels he is the expert and others lack an understanding.  So how does reveal the lived experiences of historical figures history itself? How does one reveal the history of a self proclaimed renowned bigot "It is not considered advantageous ... that the Chinese should come and settle," he said in 1883. "It may be right or wrong, but the prejudice is universal." & Stewart's admission: " His approach to Indigenous people earns him few plaudits, either...."  I suggest scenes (pics & videos) of symbols torn down today be documented with the good, the bad &   ugly.  
Take his name down and have historians tasked to write the why!