Robert Corbett
For other people named Robert Corbett, see Robert Corbett (disambiguation).
| The Honourable Robert Alfred Corbett BBA | |
|---|---|
| Member of Parliament for Fundy Royal | |
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In office 1978–1993 | |
| Preceded by | Gordon Fairweather |
| Succeeded by | Paul Zed |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
14 December 1938 Saint John, New Brunswick |
| Political party | Progressive Conservative |
| Spouse(s) | Melinda |
| Profession | Businessman |
Robert Alfred Corbett (born 14 December 1938 in Saint John, New Brunswick) was a member of the Canadian House of Commons from 1978 to 1993. His background was in business.
He was the son of James Ross Corbett and Helen Elma Yeamans. In 1971, he married Laverne Dorothea Stewart. Corbett represented Queens South in the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick from 1974 to 1978.
He was first elected to the House of Commons in a by-election on 16 October 1978 at the Fundy—Royal electoral district for the Progressive Conservative party. He served consecutive terms in the 30th, 31st, 32nd, 33rd and 34th Canadian Parliaments until his defeat in the 1993 federal election at the hands of the Liberal Party's Paul Zed.
External links
References
- Canadian Parliamentary Guide, 1981, PG Normandin
| Parliament of Canada | ||
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| Preceded by Gordon Fairweather |
Member of Parliament for Fundy 1978–1993 |
Succeeded by Paul Zed |
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