Downtown Commercial in Calgary in Calgary Metropolitan Region, Alberta — Canada’s Prairie Region (North America)
Grant MacEwan
1902-2000
— An Alberta Champion —
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 1, 2022
1. Grant MacEwan Marker
Grant MacEwan, OC, AOE, was born in Manitoba but spent his formative years on his family’s farm near Melfort, Saskatchewan. Following undergraduate and graduate studies in Canada and the United States, he entered university life in 1928 serving as Head of Animal Husbandry at the University of Saskatchewan and later as Dean of Agriculture at the University of Manitoba.
MacEwan's political career began in 1951 and included several terms as Calgary alderman and one as mayor. He was also a member of the Legislative Assembly and leader of the Alberta Liberal Party. In 1965 he was appointed Lieutenant Governor of Alberta. The formation of The Calgary Foundation was just one of his several contributions to public life.
A prolific author and inspirational speaker, MacEwan brought western Canadian history to life through his books, articles and public addresses. He was also an early advocate for conservation and environmental sensitivity.
The recipient of countless honours for community and other service, Grant MacEwan lived by his own creed, one that called for an affinity with the land and all its creatures.
Erected by Alberta Champions Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture •
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Location. 51° 2.816′ N, 114° 4.339′ W. Marker is in Calgary, Alberta, in Calgary Metropolitan Region. It is in Downtown Commercial. Marker can be reached from 7 Avenue Southwest just west of 4 Street Southwest, on the right when traveling west. Marker is located between the 4 Street SW Light Rail Station and Harley Hotchkiss Gardens, on the south side of Courthouse Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 611 4 Street Southwest, Calgary AB T2P 1T1, Canada. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Sir James Alexander Lougheed (here, next to this marker); W. O. Mitchell (here, next to this marker); Annie Gale (here, next to this marker); Maude Riley (a few steps from this marker); Arthur Ryan Smith (a few steps from this marker); Site of Calgary's Original Court House (within shouting distance of this marker); The T. Eaton Co. Limited (about 150 meters away, measured in a direct line); The Great White Way (about 180 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Calgary.
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2. Marker detail: Grant MacEwan
1. John Walter Grant MacEwan.
MacEwan held a position first as a professor, then Head of Animal Husbandry at the University of Saskatchewan from 1928 to 1946. It was here that he developed as an agriculturalist. He researched and published manuscripts on many farming and ranching techniques. In 1946 MacEwan moved to the University of Manitoba to be the Dean of Agriculture. He served in this position until 1951. In 1948, he published his first historical book, The Sodbusters. It was the first of thirty-seven historical documents he wrote.(Submitted on April 29, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
2. The Honourable Grant MacEwan, OC, AOE.
In 1955, MacEwan took on the role of Liberal Member of the Legislative Assembly. In 1958, his strong liberal beliefs lead to his appointment as Leader of the Liberal Party of Alberta. His political aspirations continued, and he was Calgary’s mayor from 1963 to 1965. In 1965, he was appointed to be the Lieutenant-Governor of Alberta on the advice of Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson, a position which he held for two terms.(Submitted on April 29, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
3. The Honourable Dr. J. W. Grant MacEwan.
Appointed Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, he took office on(Submitted on April 29, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)January 6, 1966 and retired on July 2, 1974. During these eight and a half years he added a new dimension to this high office, preserving its dignity while at the same time softening some of the traditional formal protocol. With down to earth humour and astounding stamina, Dr. MacEwan fulfilled a staggering number of engagements in every corner of the province, reaching out to touch thousands of Albertans, endearing himself to all.Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 1, 20223. Grant MacEwan Marker(looking north from 4 Street SW Light Rail Station • Harley Hotchkiss Gardens in background)
Credits. This page was last revised on April 29, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 28, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 84 times since then and 37 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 29, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
