[3] [4] As a journalist, he covered the 1936 Olympic Games for the Vancouver Sun and the Toronto Globe.
[3][4] From 1951 to 1959, he undertook various editorial roles at the Vancouver Sun, concluding as managing editor.
[3] In sports development, Swangard founded the Tournament of Soccer Champions in British Columbia, which expanded from 70 to 2,500 teams.
[3] He also contributed to the inception of the BC Lions and was instrumental in establishing Swangard Stadium in Burnaby's Central Park in 1969.
[3] Between 1976 and 1989, Swangard served at the Pacific National Exhibition (PNE), during which the event underwent significant changes.