Hilary Weston

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Hilary Weston born?January 12, 1942
2. Where was Hilary Weston born?Ireland
3. How big is Hilary Weston?Women's issues, volunteerism, and support for the homeless and at-risk youth
4. What is the career?Business mogul, writer, and 26th Lieutenant-Governor of Ontario
5. What is the tenure as lieutenant-governor?1997 to 2002
6. Who is Hilary Weston?Hilary Weston is an Irish-Canadian businesswoman and writer who served as the Lieutenant-Governor of Ontario from 1997 to 2002.

Business Mogul: An individual who possesses immense wealth and influence within the business sector, often through extensive ownership and control of enterprises.
Lieutenant-Governor: The constitutional representative of the Crown in a Canadian province, serving as the provincial head of state in a ceremonial capacity.
At-risk Youth: Young individuals facing elevated probabilities of experiencing negative life outcomes due to various socioeconomic or environmental factors.
Volunteerism: The practice of offering services or time for the benefit of others or a cause, without financial remuneration.