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We at Baycrest are completely shocked and profoundly saddened by the deaths of Barry and Honey Sherman. They were visionary leaders, and their commitment and philanthropy improved the lives of countless Canadians. Barry and Honey generously helped to...

Our parents shared an enthusiasm for life and commitment to their family and community totally inconsistent with the rumors regrettably circulated in the media as to the circumstances surrounding their deaths. We are shocked and think it's...

Jeff was a beloved fiancé, son, brother, grandson, and friend to many. He was a precious member of a large family. He grew up in the greater Kingston area where he loved music, fishing, and thrilling adventures. His fiancé Brooke, his family, and...

We've been informed of the tragic news that Barry and Honey Sherman have unexpectedly passed away. All of us at Apotex are deeply shocked and saddened by this news and our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. SOURCE Apotex Inc.

The board of directors and leadership of Ligonier Ministries announced today that its founder, Dr. R.C. Sproul, has died at the age of 78. Chris Larson, president and CEO of Ligonier Ministries, said, "Known to millions...

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport, today released the following statement concerning an accident involving a West Wind Aviation aircraft in the vicinity of Fond-du-Lac, Saskatchewan: "On behalf of the Government of Canada, I would...

Dignity Health is shocked by the sudden passing of San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee. He was a visionary leader for the city and provided stable leadership despite a contentious political environment. "I am deeply saddened about the passing of Mayor Ed...

The following is a statement by Teamsters Joint Council 7 President Rome Aloise on the news that San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee passed away early this morning. "I am saddened by the passing of San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee. He...

Jim Duke, PhD, an esteemed ethnobotanist, author, and a co-founder of the American Botanical Council (ABC), died at his home last evening. He was 88 and had been in declining health. "He was a brilliant, dedicated,...

William Ray "Bill" Hearn, a highly admired and revered music industry executive who led the Nashville-based market-leading Capitol Christian Music Group (CCMG) as its Chairman & CEO, passed away yesterday at age 58 in Nashville, Tennessee. ...

Albert Thumann, born March 12, 1942 passed away December 10 after a courageous battle with Brain Cancer (GBM). He is survived by his wife Adriana Thumann, his son Brian Thumann, daughter-in-law Patty Thumann and his grandson Jake Thumann as well as...

Viking Therapeutics, Inc. ("Viking") , a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of novel therapies for metabolic and endocrine disorders, today announced the closing of its previously announced underwritten public...

Houston has lost a Pioneer in the rug industry.  Gus Parvizian passed away on September 13, 2017. His memory remains with us through the many homes he furnished and charities he supported. Mr. Parvizian immigrated to the United States from Iran at...

With great sadness Conair Corporation today announced the passing of Leandro P. Rizzuto, its beloved co-founder and Chairman of the Board. After bravely battling a long and difficult fight with pancreatic cancer, Mr. Rizzuto passed peacefully on...

Encision Inc. announced today that Michael Biggs, 48, its VP of Product Development died from injuries incurred from a bicycle accident. Mr. Biggs was employed with Encision for five years and was promoted to the VP position in 2014. He held a B.S....

Chubb Limited  announced today the passing of Dean R. O'Hare, former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Chubb Corporation, a predecessor company.  He was 75. Mr. O'Hare joined The Chubb Corporation as an...

James S. "Jimmy" DuBose, 93, passed away peacefully on Friday, Dec. 1, 2017, surrounded by his loving family after a year-long battle with cancer.   MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Texas...

JoAnna McKee, Medical Cannabis Pioneer and Seattle Icon, has passed away. JoAnna cofounded Green Cross Patient CO-OP with her partner Stich Miller in 1993, after seeing a news report mentioning a medical cannabis dispensary in Seattle but not being...

Pivot Technology Solutions, Inc. , ("Pivot" or the "Company") today announced the passing of Douglas Murray Stuve, a valued friend and dedicated member of the Company's Board of Directors. Mr. Stuve was 49 years old. Mr. Stuve became a member of...

TSO3 Inc. , an innovator in sterilization technology for medical devices in healthcare settings, sadly announced the death of Mr. Jean Lamarre, a member of the Board of Directors of TSO3.  Mr. Lamarre contributed sound and constructive counsel on...

The Congressional Medal of Honor Society announces that Colonel Wesley L. Fox, Medal of Honor recipient, passed away Friday evening, November 24, 2017, in Blacksburg, Virginia, at the age of 86. Colonel Fox was born September 30, 1931, in Herndon,...

DAN: TSX-V (Canada)JE9N: FSE (Germany)DRRSF: OTC (USA) SAGUENAY, QC, Nov. 24, 2017 Arianne Phosphate (the "Company" or "Arianne") , regretfully announces the passing of its Chairman of the Board Mr. Jean Lamarre. ...

Centage Corporation (www.centage.com) announced today that President and Chief Executive Officer Barry Clapp, passed away on Thursday of last week on his 66th birthday, surrounded by his family. "Barry worked tirelessly over the last five years to...

Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) mourns the passing of Jay Amestoy, the company's long-serving Vice President of Public and Government Relations.  Amestoy, 69, passed away on Thursday, November 16, while being treated at the Mayo Clinic. He...

Jane Fraser, president of the Stuttering Foundation, mourned the loss of country music legend and longtime Foundation spokesperson Mel Tillis following news of his passing at age 85 on Sunday, November 19. "For decades, Mel Tillis has been one of...

John Bates passed away on Friday, November 10th, 2017 at the age of 90; he was a board member for arrive alive DRIVE SOBER and founder of MADD Canada. His accolades and awards are extensive and include the Order of Canada and our own Lifetime...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the death of Senator Tobias C. Enverga Jr.: "It was with sadness that I learned today of the death of Senator Tobias C. Enverga Jr., the first Filipino-Canadian appointed to...

SME offers its sincere condolences on the passing of the organization's Past President Fran Sehn, a pioneer in Michigan manufacturing. Sehn's career in manufacturing began with an apprenticeship as a tool and die maker...

Wisconsin Public Television (WPT) is saddened by the death of Nancy Zieman, longtime host of Sewing With Nancy. Zieman passed away at her home in Beaver Dam Tuesday morning after a long battle with cancer. An educator, author, pattern maker,...

The Congressional Medal of Honor Society announces that Captain Thomas J. Hudner, Jr., Medal of Honor recipient, passed away Monday morning, November 13, 2017, in Concord, Massachusetts, at the age of 93. Thomas J. Hudner, Jr., a native of Fall...

The Board of Directors of FortisBC Inc. and FortisBC Energy Inc. regrets to advise of the sad news of the passing of its President and CEO, Michael Mulcahy.   Mr. Mulcahy was appointed President and CEO on July 24,...

It is with great sorrow that AltaCorp Capital Inc. (AltaCorp) advises its clients, business partners and the investment community that George Gosbee died suddenly yesterday. George was a force in the investment community and his loss will be felt by...

"It is with great sorrow that arrive alive DRIVE SOBER announces the passing of board member and past vice-president John G Bates. John worked for Maclean Hunter for much of his life. Following the death of a son of a family friend, John became...

"It is with great sorrow that arrive alive DRIVE SOBER announces the passing of board member and past vice-president John G Bates. John worked for Maclean Hunter for much of his life. Following the death of a son of a family friend, John became...

Craig T. Rumar, entertainment-industry talent agent, writer, producer, and director, passed away with his family by his side on Wednesday, October 25, 2017 in Athens, Texas. Craig was 85 years old when he succumbed to the brain disease, Lewy Body...

Impax Laboratories, Inc. is mourning the loss of Richard A. Bierly, a member of the Impax Board of Directors, who recently passed away. Appointed in August 2016, Richard also served on the Board's Audit and Compensation Committees. He had a long and...

The following is a statement from acting NASA Administrator Robert Lightfoot on the passing of former NASA astronaut Richard Gordon: "NASA and the nation have lost one of our early space pioneers. We send our condolences...

The Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs, Carolyn Bennett, and Chief Joe Alphonse issued the following statement today: "On October 26th, the Government of Canada and the Tsilhqot'in Nation took an important step towards...

The Managing Director, on behalf of the Trustees of North European Oil Royalty Trust, reports with regret the death of Samuel M. Eisenstat.  Mr. Eisenstat had served as a Trustee for North European Oil Royalty Trust since July 29, 1996.  He also...

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage, will be in Ottawa on Thursday to attend the site dedication for the Memorial to the Victims of Communism ? Canada, a Land of Refuge. She will be accompanied by Arif Virani, Parliamentary...

On October 30, 2017, a 50-year-old woman, detained for immigration purposes at the Vanier Centre for Women in Milton, Ontario, was found in medical distress and immediately taken to the hospital. The woman passed away shortly thereafter.  Family of...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the death of former Senator and Clerk of the Privy Council Michael Pitfield: "I learned with great sadness today that one of Canada's most devoted and longest-serving public...

Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Perry Bellegarde today offered his condolences to the family, community and Yukon First Nations on the passing of AFN Yukon Regional Chief Mike Smith, Shakuni, who served as AFN representative for the...

At the request of the Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, will travel to Bangkok, Thailand, to attend the Royal Cremation of King Bhumibol Adulyadej...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced that Her Excellency, the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, will travel to Bangkok, Thailand as Canada's official representative at the Royal Cremation of the late King...

Helen J. DeVos, wife of Amway co-founder Rich DeVos and a philanthropic leader in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and Central Florida, died October 18, 2017 of complications from a stroke following a recent diagnosis of myeloid leukemia. She was 90....

Assembly of First Nations National Chief Perry Bellegarde today honoured the memory of Gord Downie as an artist and advocate who made a great personal effort to advance reconciliation and raise awareness of First Nations issues in Canada....

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the death of Gord Downie: "For almost five decades, Gord Downie uncovered and told the stories of Canada. He was the frontman of one of Canada's most iconic bands, a rock...

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Michel Salgues who was Roederer Estate's winemaker for 19 years. Michel was a friend of tremendous intellect, wit, and sense of humor. He was a consummate researcher who was instrumental in the pioneering...

The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. today remembers A. Daniel O'Neal, who was a long-time member of the Greenbrier family. Dan O'Neal died at home on October 10 at the age of 81. The Company extends its condolences to his family, particularly his wife...