Ross Patterson Alger

Ross Patterson Alger

Ross Patterson Alger (1920 – January 16 1992) was an Alberta politician.

Born in Prelate, Saskatchewan, he moved to Alberta with his family in 1930s. He received a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Alberta in 1942. He served with the Royal Canadian Air Force during World War II. After the war, he received an MBA from the University of Toronto. He settled in Calgary and started a career in accounting.

In 1958, he was a Public School Board Trustee and later became the Chairman. From 1971 to 1974, he was a City of Calgary alderman. In 1974, he ran for mayor losing to Rod Sykes. He was elected in 1977 and served one term until 1980.

In 1947, he marred Lois MacQueen. They had three children: Frances, Libby, and Gordon. They had 4 Grandchildren: Ross, named after his grandfather; Morgan; Kate; and Sarah.

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