was one of the Famous Five who by means of a court battle known as the Persons Case established that women were "qualified Persons" in the meaning of the Constitution of Canada and therefore entitled to sit in the Senate of Canada. A lifelong advocate for rural Canadian women and children, Parlby was president of the United Farm Women of Alberta from 1916 to 1919. On behalf of the UFWA, she pushed to improve public health care services and establish municipal hospitals as well as mobile medical and dental clinics. In 1930, she represented Canada at the League of Nations. She is the first woman to receive an Honorary Doctorate of Laws from the University of Alberta. Lacombe is home to country music recording artist Gord Bamford. The comedian Tony Law is originally from Lacombe, although he is now best known for his work in the United Kingdom. Birthplace of Rob Cookson, professional hockey coach who has coached over 900 games in the NHL. Jack Cookson, member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta from 1971 to 1982, and Minister of the Environment from 1979 to 1982. References Further reading Barnett, Doug. Ed Barnett: from mountie to rancher. Alberta History. Jun 22, 2007. Accessed 03-20-2011. External links 1896 establishments in Alberta Cities in Alberta Populated places established in 1896