Beaverbrook

19 Feb 1945: Senate suggests that University development would benefit from having a Chancellor, and that best interests would be served by appointing one of the "outstanding benefactors." Legislation must be sought to make this type of change; committee to consider creation of the office of Chancellor (SM6 22). 16 May 1945: committee recommends not proceding with creation of Chancellor's post at the time (SM6 30). 8 Oct 1946: At the Annual Meeting of the Senate, Lord Beaverbrook is welcomed as Chancellor. Senate Minutes do not mention any negotiations with the Provincial government to have the Act changed (SM6 51).