About William McLennan
Lived 1903 – 1980 (aged 77). William McLennan was a Canadian politician and timber merchant.
William Alexander McLennan (10 April 1903 – 28 December 1980) was a Progressive Conservative party member of the House of Commons of Canada. Born in Paisley, Ontario, he was a lumber merchant by career.
He was first elected at the New Westminster riding in the 1958 general election. He served one term, the 24th Canadian Parliament, until his defeat at New Westminster in the 1962 federal election. He was defeated again on another attempt in the 1963 election.
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Who was William McLennan?
Canadian Member of Parliament
When was William McLennan born?
William McLennan was born on 10 April 1903 in Paisley.
When did William McLennan die?
William McLennan died on 28 December 1980.
What was William McLennan's occupation?
William McLennan was a politician and timber merchant.
What nationality was William McLennan?
William McLennan was Canadian.
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· DBpedia: William McLennan (politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William McLennan. https://biography.guide/william-mclennan/
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