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James Kelleher
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| Member of the Senate of Canada (for Ontario) | |
| In office September 23, 1990 – October 2, 2005 |
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| Appointed by | Brian Mulroney |
| Member of the Canadian Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie |
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| In office 1984–1988 |
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| Preceded by | Ron Irwin |
| Succeeded by | Steve Butland |
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| Born |
James Francis Kelleher
October 2, 1930 Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada |
| Died | June 2, 2013 (aged 82) Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Political party | Progressive Conservative |
| Residences | Toronto, Ontario |
| Occupation | Lawyer |
| Cabinet | Minister for International Trade (1984-1986) Solicitor General of Canada (1986-1988) |
James Francis Kelleher (October 2, 1930 – June 2, 2013) was an important Canadian politician. He was a lawyer who became a Member of Parliament and later a Senator. He was known for his work in the Canadian government.
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Early Life and Education
James Kelleher was born in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. He went to Queen's University and earned a degree in 1952. Later, he studied law at Osgoode Hall Law School, finishing in 1956. After his studies, he became a lawyer.
Political Career
James Kelleher began his political journey in 1984. He was elected to the House of Commons of Canada. This is where elected representatives from across Canada meet to make laws. He represented the area of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. He was a member of the Progressive Conservative Party.
Serving in the Cabinet
After being elected, James Kelleher was chosen for important roles in the government. The cabinet is a group of top advisors to the Prime Minister.
- Minister of International Trade: From 1984 to 1986, he was the Minister of International Trade. This job involved managing Canada's business deals with other countries.
- Solicitor General of Canada: In 1986, he became the Solicitor General. This role is about overseeing law enforcement and justice in the country. He held this position until 1988.
Time in the Senate
Even after leaving the House of Commons, James Kelleher continued to serve Canada. On September 23, 1990, he was appointed to the Senate of Canada. The Senate is another part of Canada's Parliament. Senators are appointed, not elected, and they review laws passed by the House of Commons.
He served as a Senator until October 2, 2005. Senators in Canada must retire when they turn 75 years old. James Kelleher retired on his 75th birthday.
Later Life
James Kelleher passed away in 2013 due to heart problems. He was 82 years old.
Archives
There are many records and documents about James Kelleher. These are kept at Library and Archives Canada. They help people learn about his life and work.
