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Robert Horner

1932 – 2008

Canadian politician

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About Robert Horner

Lived 1932 – 2008 (aged 75). Robert Horner was a Canadian politician, veterinarian and police officer.

Robert Nesbitt Horner (3 July 1932 – 27 June 2008), a native of Shawville, Quebec, was a member of the House of Commons of Canada from 1984 to 1993. A graduate of the University of Guelph in 1964, Horner worked for 25 years in Mississauga as a veterinarian. He also served with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and was a member of the RCMP Veteran's Association.

He was elected in the 1984 federal election at the Mississauga North electoral district for the Progressive Conservative party. He served in the 33rd Canadian Parliament and was re-elected in the 1988 federal election to serve in the 34th Canadian Parliament under the revised boundaries of the Mississauga West electoral district. Horner chaired the House of Commons Standing Committee on Justice and the Solicitor General in 1989 and again in 1991.

He was defeated by Carolyn Parrish of the Liberal Party in the 1993 federal election. Horner died in Mississauga at Credit Valley Hospital, aged 75.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
University of Guelph
Positions held
Member of the House of Commons of Canada
Also known as
Robert Nesbitt Horner

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Robert Horner?

Canadian politician (1932-2008)

When was Robert Horner born?

Robert Horner was born on 3 July 1932 in Shawville.

When did Robert Horner die?

Robert Horner died on 27 June 2008 in Mississauga.

What was Robert Horner's occupation?

Robert Horner was a politician, veterinarian and police officer.

What nationality was Robert Horner?

Robert Horner was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Robert Horner

· Wikidata: Q7345622

· DBpedia: Robert Horner (politician)

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