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Jake Warren

1921 – 2008

Ambassador of Canada

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About Jake Warren

Lived 1921 – 2008 (aged 86). Jake Warren was a Canadian diplomat.

Jack Hamilton (Jake) Warren (April 10, 1921 – April 1, 2008) was a diplomat, civil servant and banker. Jake Warren began his career at the Department of External Affairs in 1945 after serving in the Royal Canadian Navy during World War II, but served in civil service posts from the late 1950s to early 1970s: Deputy Minister, Department of Trade and Commerce (1958–1960; 1964–1971) Canadian representative to the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (1960–1964)

He returned to a diplomatic role as the Canadian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom from 1971 to 1974, then Canadian Ambassador to the United States from 1975 to 1977.

He was Vice-Chairman and a Director of the Bank of Montreal from 1979 to 1986. From 1986 to 1990, he was the Deputy North America Chairman of the Trilateral Commission and served as trade advisor to Quebec.

In 1982, he was made an Officer of the Order of Canada.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Positions held
Canadian ambassador to the United States
Awards
Officer of the Order of Canada
Also known as
Jack Hamilton Warren, Jake Warren Racing

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jake Warren?

Ambassador of Canada

When was Jake Warren born?

Jake Warren was born on 10 April 1921 in Kent County.

When did Jake Warren die?

Jake Warren died on 1 April 2008 in Ottawa.

What was Jake Warren's occupation?

Jake Warren was a diplomat.

What nationality was Jake Warren?

Jake Warren was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jake Warren

· Wikidata: Q16018304

· DBpedia: Jake Warren

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