Larry Smith (Canadian politician)
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.
The Honourable Larry Smith CQ | |
|---|---|
| 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 | April 28, 1951 Hudson, Quebec, Canada |
| Political party | Canadian Senators Group |
| Other political affiliations | Conservative |
| Spouse | Leesa |
| Children | Brad, Wes, Ashley |
| Residence(s) | Hudson, Quebec, Canada |
| 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 | |
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