About James Campbell Haig
Lived 1909 – 1980 (aged 70). James Campbell Haig was a Canadian lawyer and politician.
James Campbell Haig (June 2, 1909 – February 5, 1980) was a Canadian Senator from Manitoba.
He was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba and educated from the University of Manitoba in 1934 earning a law degree. A corporate lawyer, he became involved in politics and served as the chairman of the Winnipeg school board and was a member of the Board of Regents of United College (which later became the University of Winnipeg).
A supporter of the Progressive Conservative Party of Canada he was appointed to the Senate in 1962 on the advice of Prime Minister John Diefenbaker. He resigned from the Senate in 1977 at the age of 67.
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Who was James Campbell Haig?
Canadian politician (1909-1980)
When was James Campbell Haig born?
James Campbell Haig was born on 2 June 1909.
When did James Campbell Haig die?
James Campbell Haig died on 5 February 1980.
What was James Campbell Haig's occupation?
James Campbell Haig was a lawyer and politician.
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James Campbell Haig was Canadian.
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