Ernest Albert Cleveland, a Canadian engineer, served as the inaugural commissioner of the Greater Vancouver Water District from 1926 to 1952. The Cleveland Dam in North Vancouver was dedicated in his honor. Born on May 12, 1874, in Alma, New Brunswick, Cleveland arrived in Vancouver in 1890 and pursued a career as a federal surveyor before becoming an engineer following his graduation from the University of Washington. He co-founded the engineering and surveying firm Cleveland and Cameron and notably held the position of the first chief commissioner of the Greater Vancouver Water District. Despite retiring in 1940, his contributions were deemed significant enough that special legislation allowed him to continue working. Cleveland passed away on January 8, 1952, in North Vancouver and was laid to rest at Ocean View Burial Park in Burnaby. Cleveland's explorations alongside others, including climbing Grouse Mountain and giving it its name, contribute to his legacy. Additionally, his group's discoveries of Dam Mountain and Goat Mountain led to the naming of these landmarks, showcasing his influence on the region's geography.

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