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Norm Perry was a prominent figure in Sarnia's local politics. He was elected as an Alderman on the Sarnia City Council in 1936 and became the city's 56th Mayor in 1939 at the age of 34. During his mayoral tenure, he led a contingent to London for the Royal Visit of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. He served one term as Mayor before being defeated in his re-election attempt in 1940.

Beyond politics, Perry was renowned for his contributions to Canadian football, playing for the Sarnia Imperials and later serving as president of the Canadian Rugby Union in 1953. His legacy is honored through the Norm Perry Memorial Stadium and the annual Norm Perry Trophy for the most valuable high school player in Sarnia.

For more detailed information, you can visit the Sarnia Historical Society.