Monroe Abbey
Monroe Abbey, CM (1904 – November 28, 1993) was a Canadian lawyer specializing in mining law, and a Jewish civic leader in Montreal.
Monroe Abbey | |
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| Born | 1904 |
| Died | November 28, 1993 (aged 88–89) |
| Occupation | Lawyer |
| Known for | Jewish community worker |
| Children | 4, including Sheila Finestone |
He was president of Canadian Jewish Congress from 1968 to 1971.[1]
He was married to Minnie Cummings. His daughter, Sheila Finestone, was a Member of Parliament and Senator.
In 1978, he was made a Member of the Order of Canada in recognition for being "devoted community worker who has held office in every important Jewish organization in Montreal".[2]
References
- Arnold, Janice (18 June 2009). "Finestone remembered as fighter for betterment of society". The Canadian Jewish News.
- Order of Canada citation
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| Preceded by Michael Garber |
President of the Canadian Jewish Congress 1968-1971 |
Succeeded by Sol Kanee |
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