Chief Bill Wilson

Class of 1972-1973

In federal law, he has a remarkable distinction: he helped to draft the first and only amendment to Canada’s Constitution. Locally, he helped start a 40-year tradition at the law school that still requires no studying or exams. Sure, up until a few years ago, you might have found cases involved, but they were the kind that held beer. His memorable contribution began with a ramp, water and a kiddies’ pool...

For more, read Profile of the Wilson Family, UBC Law Alumni Magazine, Fall 2011.


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