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Harry Shafransky

1930 – 1986

Canadian politician

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Lived 1930 – 1986 (aged 56). Harry Shafransky was a Canadian politician, civil servant and teacher.

Harry Shafransky (September 4, 1930 – September 10, 1986) was a politician in Manitoba, Canada. He served as a New Democratic member of the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba from 1969 to 1977.

Born in Poland, he came to Canada while still young and grew up on a farm near Roblin, Manitoba. Shafransky was educated at the University of Manitoba. He worked as a teacher in northern British Columbia and then Winnipeg before entering politics. His first venture into provincial politics was not as successful; he challenged Liberal leader Gildas Molgat in Ste. Rose in the 1966 election, and finished a distant fourth with only 86 votes.

He ran for federal office again in the 1968 election, and placed a more respectable second while still finishing well behind Liberal Joseph-Philippe Guay, the winner.

Shafransky did not serve in the cabinet of Edward Schreyer. He was defeated by Kovnats in the 1977 election,

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Who was Harry Shafransky?

Canadian politician (1930-1986)

When was Harry Shafransky born?

Harry Shafransky was born on 4 September 1930.

When did Harry Shafransky die?

Harry Shafransky died on 10 September 1986.

What was Harry Shafransky's occupation?

Harry Shafransky was a politician, civil servant and teacher.

What nationality was Harry Shafransky?

Harry Shafransky was Canadian.

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· Wikipedia: Harry Shafransky

· Wikidata: Q5672283

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