(1947-08-30) August 30, 1947 (age 76) Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Political party
Liberal
Spouse
Deborah Hanscom
Profession
Lawyer, politician, government minister, school administrator
Allan Michael RockPC CM OOnt KC (born August 30, 1947) is a Canadian lawyer, former politician, diplomat and university administrator. He was Canada's ambassador to the United Nations (2004–2006) and had previously served in the Cabinet of Jean Chrétien, most notably as Justice Minister (1993–1997) and Health Minister (1997–2002). During his time in government, he was accused of ethical improprieties after accepting free hospitality from the Irving family, with whom his department had financial dealings.[1][2]
Rock was appointed as president and vice-chancellor of the University of Ottawa by its board of governors on June 3, 2008. His term began on July 15, 2008, and it ended on July 1, 2016. Rock was subsequently designated president emeritus. His presidency was marred by controversies over freedom of speech.[3][4]
Rock joined the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law in 2018, where he is currently a full professor specializing in subjects related to international law (notably international humanitarian law).
Board member of Security Council Report [5]
^"Opposition demands Rock's resignation". CBC News. October 20, 2003.
^"An offer Allan Rock should have refused". The Globe and Mail. October 22, 2003.
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