W. A. C. Bennett
Canadian businessman and politician
Biography
William Andrew Cecil Bennett (September 6, 1900 – February 23, 1979) was a Canadian politician who served as the 25th premier of British Columbia from 1952 to 1972. With just over 20 years in office, Bennett remains the longest-serving premier in British Columbia history. He was a member of the Social Credit Party (Socreds).
Notable achievements by the Bennett government included the adoption of BC's first provincial flag, the establishment of the second Bank of British Columbia, and the creation of BC Hydro and BC Ferries. Bennett led the Socreds to a total of seven consecutive election victories. Though he led the party to defeat in the 1972 election, his son Bill Bennett led it to victory in the 1975 election and served as premier until 1986.
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Career highlights
Career & roles
- Premier of British Columbia
- member of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
Family
- Children
- Bill Bennett
Awards & honours (1)
- Officer of the Order of Canada
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- W. A. C. Bennett died on February 23, 1979 at the age of 78.
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- W. A. C. Bennett was born on September 6, 1900.
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- W. A. C. Bennett was born in New Brunswick.
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- Wikidata lists 1 child of W. A. C. Bennett.
