Saturday, December 08, 2007

Rest in Peace, Jacques Hebert

Senator Jacques Hebert, founder of Katimavik and Canada World Youth, former Canadian Senator and Civil Rights advocate has passed away at age 84, leaving behind a legacy so profound it ripples throughout Canada, impacting the lives of countless individuals in all corners of the country and indeed worldwide with those participating in Canada World Youth or having moved abroad to complete more good works after their experience, even those that have been touched by the works of Senator Hebert or the youth from the two fine programs he fought so strongly for, right down to those whose rights he fought with incredible gusto to defend.

He was a fine man, though I never had the privilege to meet him, I'm certain that he has left an impact in my life through Katimavik.

Rest in Peace Jacques.

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