Grant MacEwan

John Walter Grant MacEwan (1902-2000) was a Canadian agricultural scientist, professor, politician, and prolific author who served as mayor of Calgary, MLA, and Lieutenant Governor of Alberta from 1966 to 1974. He wrote over 50 books on Western Canadian history, biography, agriculture, and conservation, while also contributing thousands of articles, speeches, and broadcasts. Renowned for his leadership, environmental advocacy, and storytelling, he received the Order of Canada and inspired institutions like MacEwan University.