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Jean-Robert Gauthier: Canada loses language rights pioneer

Jean-Robert Gauthier: Canada loses language rights pioneer

Former senator Jean-Robert Gauthier fought for French speakers in his home province of Ontario and was a staunch defender of bilingualism. In 2007, he was honoured for his efforts and joined the ranks of other great Canadians as a Member of the Order of Canada. During his 32 years in Parliament, Jean-Robert Gauthier also earned a reputation as an activist who marched to the beat of his own drum. To learn more about this language pioneer who passed away on December 10, 2009, read Ex-senator Jean-Robert Gauthier dies at 80 (www).