Larry Smith | |
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Leader of the Opposition in the Senate | |
In office April 1, 2017 – November 5, 2019 | |
Prime Minister | Justin Trudeau |
Preceded by | Claude Carignan |
Succeeded by | Don Plett |
Senator from Quebec (Saurel) | |
Assumed office May 25, 2011 | |
Nominated by | Stephen Harper |
Appointed by | David Johnston |
Preceded by | Himself |
In office December 18, 2010 – March 25, 2011 | |
Nominated by | Stephen Harper |
Appointed by | David Johnston |
Preceded by | Jean Lapointe |
Succeeded by | Himself |
Personal details | |
Born | Hudson, Quebec, Canada | April 28, 1951
Political party | Canadian Senators Group |
Other political affiliations | Conservative |
Spouse | Leesa[1] |
Children | Brad, Wes, Ashley[1] |
Residence(s) | Hudson, Quebec, Canada[1] |
Alma mater | Bishop's University (B.A.) McGill University (B.C.L.) |
Profession | Athlete, businessman |
Football career | |
Career information | |
Status | Retired |
CFL status | National |
Position(s) | Running back |
College | Bishop's |
CFL draft | 1972, round: 1, pick: 1 |
Drafted by | Montreal Alouettes |
Career history | |
As player | |
1972–1980 | Montreal Alouettes |
Career highlights and awards | |
Larry W. Smith, CQ (born April 28, 1951) is a Canadian athlete, businessperson and member of the Senate of Canada. He served as Leader of the Opposition in the Senate from April 2017 until November 2019.