Norman Kwong was sworn in as Alberta’s 16th lieutenant-governor Jan. 20, following the death of former lt.-gov. Lois Hole Jan. 6.
Kwong is a former Calgary businessperson and Canadian Football League player.
Born in 1929 to Chinese immigrant parents, Kwong joined the CFL at 18, the first Chinese Canadian to play in the CFL. During his time in the league he won four Grey Cups, one with the Calgary Stampeders and three with the Edmonton Eskimos.
He retired from football in 1960 and became a successful Calgary businessperson. He is a member of the Order of Canada and the Canadian Sports Hall of Fame.
“Mr. Kwong is one of the rare individuals who translates his athletic success into business and community success,” said Alberta premier Ralph Klein.
As lieutenant-governor, Kwong said he would use his position to promote health and fitness.
