About Gerard Phalen
Lived 1934 – 2021 (aged 87). Gerard Phalen was a Canadian politician and labor leader.
Gerard A. "Jigger" Phalen (March 28, 1934 – October 25, 2021) was a former Canadian Senator, educator, and union leader.
Early life Phalen was from Glace Bay, Nova Scotia and sat in the upper house as a Liberal. He left the Senate upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 75 on March 28, 2009.
Personal life Phalen and his wife Christina Phalen had three children.
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Who was Gerard Phalen?
Canadian politician (1934–2021)
When was Gerard Phalen born?
Gerard Phalen was born on 28 March 1934 in Glace Bay.
When did Gerard Phalen die?
Gerard Phalen died on 25 October 2021 in Halifax.
What was Gerard Phalen's occupation?
Gerard Phalen was a politician and labor leader.
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Gerard Phalen was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gerard Phalen. https://biography.guide/gerard-phalen/
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