Stanley John Squire

Stanley John Squire (1915[1] – 1998[2]) was a machinist and political figure in British Columbia. He represented Alberni in the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia from 1952 to 1966 as a Co-operative Commonwealth Federation and then New Democratic Party member.

He was born in Nanaimo, British Columbia and was educated there. In 1937, Squire married Frances Patricia Degnan. He served as an alderman for Port Alberni.[1] Squire was defeated when he ran for reelection in 1966 and 1969.[3] After leaving politics, he served as business agent for the International Woodworkers of America local.[4]

A bursary is awarded in his name by the Port Alberni & District Labour Council.[5]

References

  1. 1 2 Webster, Daisy (1970). Growth of the N.D.P. in B.C., 1900-1970: 81 political biographies.
  2. ↑ "1998 Legislative Session: 3rd Session, 36th Parliament". Legislative Assembly of British Columbia. Retrieved 2011-12-07.
  3. ↑ "Electoral History of British Columbia, 1871-1986" (PDF). Elections BC. Retrieved 2011-07-27.
  4. ↑ "Coast fallers' walkout causing timber shortage". Vancouver Sun. May 20, 1972. p. 1. Retrieved 2011-12-07.
  5. ↑ "2011 Scholarships & Bursaries" (PDF). North Island College. p. 26. Retrieved 2011-12-07.


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