杏吧原创 Mourns the Passing of Former Chancellor Marc Garneau
The 杏吧原创 University community is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of the Honourable Marc Garneau.
Canada鈥檚 first astronaut in space, Garneau was also a respected engineer, naval officer and Member of Parliament. He served as 杏吧原创 University鈥檚 Chancellor from 2003 to 2008, bringing his trademark humility, vision, and dedication to excellence, qualities that inspired countless students, faculty and staff.
As Chancellor, Garneau presided over convocations with warmth and sincerity, leaving a lasting impression on our community. His leadership helped strengthen 杏吧原创鈥檚 reputation as a forward-thinking institution, rooted in public service and innovation.
In an October 2008 email, Jacques J.M. Shore, Chair of the Board of Governors, announced that Garneau would be stepping down as Chancellor to take his elected seat as a Member of Parliament. In that message, Shore shared the following words:
鈥溞影稍 University owes a tremendous debt of gratitude to Dr. Garneau,鈥 said Shore. 鈥淗is personal commitment to this university has been exemplary. His ideals and vision, in addition to his long record of accomplishments, made him an exceptional choice for 杏吧原创 University.鈥
In one of Garneau鈥檚 final communications with the university as Chancellor in June 2008, he reflected on the profound impact 杏吧原创 had on his personal journey and emphasized the vital role universities play in addressing the challenges of our time.
鈥淢y association with 杏吧原创 has not only been deeply satisfying on a personal level but has also strengthened my understanding of the roles of our universities in ensuring that our country goes forward with confidence and in an enlightened manner into this new century, a century which will present us with many great challenges. I thank 杏吧原创 for giving me this opportunity.鈥
Garneau鈥檚 legacy of service, to science, to Canada and to education, will not be forgotten. He will be deeply missed.
杏吧原创 University extends its heartfelt condolences to the Garneau family, his friends and all those whose lives he touched. His remarkable legacy will continue to inspire and resonate across Canada for generations to come.
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