About Earl Hastings
Lived 1924 – 1996 (aged 72). Earl Hastings was a Canadian politician, oil worker and businessperson.
Earl Adams Hastings (January 7, 1924 – May 5, 1996) was a Canadian politician.
Background Hastings was born in Regina, Saskatchewan. He ran for the House of Commons of Canada twice for the Liberal Party of Canada in the 1962 federal election and the 1963 federal election in the Bow River district. He was easily defeated both times.
On February 24, 1966 he was appointed to the Senate of Canada on the advice of Lester B. Pearson and served until his death on May 5, 1996.
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Who was Earl Hastings?
Canadian politician
When was Earl Hastings born?
Earl Hastings was born on 7 January 1924 in Regina.
When did Earl Hastings die?
Earl Hastings died on 5 May 1996 in Calgary.
What was Earl Hastings's occupation?
Earl Hastings was a politician, oil worker and businessperson.
What nationality was Earl Hastings?
Earl Hastings was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Earl Hastings. https://biography.guide/earl-hastings/
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