George Chuvalo was the reigning Canadian Heavyweight Boxing Champion for 21 years, from 1958 until 1979. George Chuvalo ranked in the top 10 of the World Boxing for much of his career. George Chuvalo faced many of the best fighters of this century: Muhammad Ali, George Foreman, Floyd Patterson, Ernie Terrell, Joe Frazier, Jerry Quarry and many others. George Chuvalo retired from boxing in 1979 as the undisputed Heavyweight Champion of Canada. In 1990, George Chuvalo was inducted into the Canadian Sports Hall of Fame. After his boxing career, George Chuvalo took various parts in a number of movies, including “The Fly”, “Prom Night Three”, “The Untouchables” and most recently, “Dirtyworks”. Today, George Chuvalo makes personal appearances and speaks at many fund raising events and banquets. George Chuvalo is also known for is speaches to students, parents and groups about drugs and how they have impacted his life. George Chuvalo lost 3 sons and a wife as a result of substance abuse. His graphic recollection of events and his expressive nature enable him to convey his powerful message. The feedback George Chuvalo receives has been positive, appreciative and encouraging. Being a father to drug addicted sons provides him with the insight and wisdom required to capture any listener. George Chuvalo de-glamorizes drug use by giving examples of what he has witnessed first hand. One fact is true – addicts always begin with experimentation. He also stresses the fact that in the criminal system, the majority of crimes are committed as a result of substance abuse. In most cases, addicts turn into criminal, not criminals into addicts.

Career Highlights

• Reigning Canadian Heavyweight Boxing Champion for 21 years, from 1958 until 1979
• 1990 Inducted into Canadian Sports Hall of Fame
• Fought: Muhammad Ali; George Foreman; Joe Frazier; and more.