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John Robert Nicholson

1901 – 1983

Canadian politician

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Lived 1901 – 1983 (aged 81). John Robert Nicholson was a Canadian lawyer, politician and minister.

John Robert "Jack" Nicholson, (December 1, 1901 – October 8, 1983) was a Canadian lawyer, businessman, politician and the 21st Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia.

Born in Newcastle, New Brunswick (now Miramichi), he graduated from the Dalhousie University law school in Halifax. In 1924, he moved to Vancouver, British Columbia and practised law.

During World War II, he was a deputy controller in the Department of Munitions and Supplies. From 1942 to 1951, he was the head of a crown corporation, Polymer Corporation, and from 1952 to 1956, the head of Brazilian Light and Power Co in Rio de Janeiro.

In 1962, Nicholson was elected to the Canadian House of Commons for the riding of Vancouver Centre and was re-elected in 1963 and 1965. From 1963 to 1964, he was the Minister of Forestry. From 1964 to 1965, he was the Postmaster General. In 1965, he was the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration. From 1965 to 1968, he was the Minister of Labour.

From 1968 to 1973, he served as the Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Schulich School of Law
Positions held
Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, Postmaster General of Canada, Member of the House of Commons of Canada
Awards
Officer of the Order of the British Empire
Also known as
Jack Nicholson

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Robert Nicholson?

Canadian politician (1901-1983)

When was John Robert Nicholson born?

John Robert Nicholson was born on 1 December 1901 in Miramichi.

When did John Robert Nicholson die?

John Robert Nicholson died on 8 October 1983 in Vancouver.

What was John Robert Nicholson's occupation?

John Robert Nicholson was a lawyer, politician and minister.

What nationality was John Robert Nicholson?

John Robert Nicholson was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Robert Nicholson

· Wikidata: Q1701585

· DBpedia: John Robert Nicholson

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