Michael Starr
Canadian politician and judge
Born
1910
116 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Canada
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Served as the 16th Canadian Minister of Labour and contributed to the Canadian legal and political landscape. As a judge, facilitated various legal proceedings and decisions. Involved in important labor reforms during the mid-20th century. Played a vital role in shaping labor policies in Canada.
Served as 16th Canadian Minister of Labour
Contributed to Canadian labor reform
Acted as a judge in various legal matters
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