Russell Fraser
Russell Gordon Fraser (born March 1, 1934) was a Canadian politician. He served in the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia from 1983 to 1991, as a Social Credit member for the constituency of Vancouver South.
Russell Gordon Fraser | |
|---|---|
| Member of the British Columbia Legislative Assembly for Vancouver South | |
| In office May 5, 1983 – October 17, 1991 | |
| Preceded by | Peter Hyndman |
| Succeeded by | Riding Abolished |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 1, 1934 Vancouver, British Columbia |
| Political party | Social Credit Party of British Columbia |
| Spouse | Jone Fraser |
| Residence | West Vancouver |
| Profession | Engineer, Politician |
He served as Attorney General of British Columbia from 1990 to 1991.[1] After Premier Bill Vander Zalm's resignation in 1991, he was considered for interim leader of the party (and thus premier), but lost the caucus vote to Rita Johnston by 21–17.[2]
References
- Normandin, Pierre G. (1985). Guide Parlementaire Canadien (in French). Gale Canada.
- Baldrey, Keith; Hunter, Justine; Hogben, David; Jeff, Lee (1991-04-03). "Vander Zalm loyalist first woman premier". Vancouver Sun. pp. A1–A2.
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