About George Johnston
Lived 1884 – 1977 (aged 93). George Johnston was a Canadian politician.
George Norman Johnston (September 13, 1884 – September 28, 1977) was a politician elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta for the first time in 1921. He served as Speaker of the Alberta Legislature from February 10, 1927, to July 22, 1935. He was defeated in 1935 when Social Credit swept to power. It was the second time in Alberta's history that a Speaker suffered electoral defeat.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Johnston?
Canadian politician, born 1884
When was George Johnston born?
George Johnston was born on 13 September 1884 in Wingham.
When did George Johnston die?
George Johnston died on 28 September 1977 in Edmonton.
What was George Johnston's occupation?
George Johnston was a politician.
What nationality was George Johnston?
George Johnston was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Johnston (Canadian politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Johnston. https://biography.guide/george-johnston-politician/
MLA: "George Johnston." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-johnston-politician/.
Chicago: "George Johnston." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-johnston-politician/.
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