Prime Minister issues statement on the death of Ken Thomson

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12 June 2006
Ottawa, Ontario
Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement on the death of Ken Thomson:
“Mr. Thomson was one of Canada’s most successful businessmen and combined his financial acumen with his commitment to serve both his country and his community. He served in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War and both he and his family made significant cultural gifts to the city of Toronto during the past three decades.”
“The Thomson family’s ownership of newspapers such as the Globe and Mail, as well as the Times of London, demonstrated their commitment to quality journalism and the rights of an informed public.”
“On behalf of all Canadians, I’d like to extend our condolences to Ken Thomson’s family, friends and business associates.”

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