Person Profile

McGavin, Gerald Allan Bell

1937–

Also Known As: Gerry

McGavin, Gerald Allan Bell

Biography

He served as President and CEO of the Yorkshire Trust Company.

He served as Chairman and CEO of the British Pacific Properties Ltd.

He served as President of the BC Hydro and Power Authority.

Military Service

He was appointed as a Naval Cadet (UNTD) RCN(R) (With seniority dated 02/01/1956).

He served in HMCS Discovery for UNTD 1955-1958.

He was appointed as an A/Sub-Lieutenant RCN(R) 01/07/1958. Retired List 1960.

Named Features

Gerald McGavin UBC Rugby Centre. Gerald McGavin Building - UBC. Gerald McGavin Coaching Award - Canadian Rugby Foundation.

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