About Bob Prittie
Lived 1919 – 2002 (aged 82). Bob Prittie was a Canadian politician, foreign Service officer and teacher.
Robert William Prittie (December 5, 1919 – January 14, 2002) was a Canadian politician. He was a New Democratic member of Parliament from Burnaby—Richmond from 1962 to 1968 and mayor of Burnaby, British Columbia from 1969 to 1973.
The Metrotown branch of the Burnaby Public Library is named after him. His archive is held at the Bowen Island Museum and Archives.
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Who was Bob Prittie?
Canadian politician
When was Bob Prittie born?
Bob Prittie was born on 5 December 1919 in North Vancouver.
When did Bob Prittie die?
Bob Prittie died on 14 January 2002.
What was Bob Prittie's occupation?
Bob Prittie was a politician, foreign Service officer and teacher.
What nationality was Bob Prittie?
Bob Prittie was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bob Prittie. https://biography.guide/bob-prittie/
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