About Duncan Jessiman
Lived 1923 – 2006 (aged 82). Duncan Jessiman was a Canadian lawyer and politician.
Duncan James Jessiman, (June 5, 1923 – April 19, 2006) was a Canadian politician and lawyer.
Early life and career Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, he received a Bachelor of Arts, a Bachelor of Law, and a Master of Law all from the University of Manitoba. During World War II, he served with the Royal Canadian Navy and was discharged with the rank of Lieutenant in 1945.
Political career In 1993, he was appointed to the Senate by Brian Mulroney and represented the senatorial division of Manitoba. He served as a Progressive Conservative and retired on his 75th birthday in 1998.
Personal life He was married to Alix and had three children: Duncan, Robert, and Sally.
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Who was Duncan Jessiman?
Canadian politician (1923–2006)
When was Duncan Jessiman born?
Duncan Jessiman was born on 5 June 1923 in Winnipeg.
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Duncan Jessiman died on 19 April 2006 in Vancouver.
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Duncan Jessiman was a lawyer and politician.
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Duncan Jessiman was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Duncan Jessiman. https://biography.guide/duncan-jessiman/
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