Hazen Argue
Canadian politician and parliamentarian
Born
1921
104 years ago
Died
October 2nd, 1991
33 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Canada
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Served as a member of the House of Commons in Canada for the Saskatchewan constituency from 1940 to 1945. Elected as the leader of the federal Co-operative Commonwealth Federation (CCF) party in 1961, Argue contributed to the development of social democratic policies in Canada. Held the position of a Member of Parliament for the Moose Jaw area from 1940 until 1960. Engaged in various political initiatives advocating for social reform and was active in the labor and cooperative movements throughout his career.
Served as leader of the CCF party
Represented Moose Jaw in Parliament
Contributed to Canadian social democratic policies
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