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McCreery, William H.

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Title Sub-Lieutenant (RCN(R))
Official Number U-1493
 
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Biography
He was living in Winnipeg MB at the time of his recruitment. He graduated from the University of Manitoba with a BArch in 1969. He worked as an Architect in Vancouver BC.
 
Military Service
He was appointed as an Officer Cadet (UNTD) RCN(R) 1961. He served in HMCS Chippawa for UNTD 1961-1963. He was appointed as an A/Sub-Lieutenant RCN(R) 1963. He was appointed as a Sub-Lieutenant RCN(R) 1964. (He was released.)
 
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He was involved in the Third Crossing Debate from 1970-1972, co-authored the study Ferry Crossing of Burrard Inlet, which led to today's Sea Buses, and the study Rapid Transit Only Crossing of Burrard Inlet, which identified Metro Vancouver's rapid transit potential and much of the Skytrain routing. He was a Commissioner on the Vancouver Park Board from 1973-74, and implemented a much-needed update to the City's parks and recreation system. He helped acquire new park space, including Jericho Park and the Stanley Park Entrance. Bill represented the Park Board on City Council's False Creek Planning Committee, and helped establish development strategies and plans for the north and south sides of False Creek. He ran unsuccessfully for city council in 2011 under the Non-Partisan Association banner.
 
References
Bill Clearihue (Nominal List UNTD); http://www.zoominfo.com/p/Bill-McCreery/1486656062;
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2015-04-28 00:00:00

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