17 January 2011
Ottawa, Ontario
Prime Minister Stephen Harper issued the following statement today on the death of Senator Keith Davey:
"On behalf of all Canadians, Laureen and I offer our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Senator Keith Davey who passed away today after a prolonged battle with Alzheimer's disease.
"A celebrated Liberal political strategist and organizer, he was known by many as 'the Rainmaker' for his work as national campaign director for the Liberal Party of Canada during federal elections from the early 1960s to the 1980s.
"Named to the Senate in 1966, he served for more than 30 years working on a number of Senate Committees, including the Special Senate Committee on Mass Media.
"Senator Davey also served his community outside of politics, dedicating time to the board of governors of Toronto Central Hospital, the Canadian Oldtimers Hockey Association and the United Church.
"He was appointed an Officer to the Order of Canada in 1999.
"Senator Davey served Canadians and his country for decades with dedication and drive."
