This page commemorates those who have led in their field in the fight against HIV/AIDS. The listing is not exhaustive – it is based on In-Memoriam notices posted on the CAS web site since 2002 (please see the obituary posting policy).
Nicola Diliso, 1964-2024
Nicola "Nicki" Diliso, a vibrant and compassionate soul, embraced life with zeal and encouraged others to do the same. As ...
Brian Huskins ?-2023
The Canadian AIDS Society remembers Brian Huskins. His longstanding dedication to the movement has made incredible impact for many. He ...
Ronald Rosenes, ?-2023
Ron Rosenes, a beloved friend, partner, and advocate, passed away peacefully in Toronto on October 21, 2023, at 76. Renowned ...
Dr. Dick Smith, ?-2023
We are deeply saddened about the passing of Dr. Dick Smith, a founding pillar of the Nine Circles Community Health ...
Black Lives Matter
George Floyd was one of the many Black people that have endured violence and death at the hands of police, ...
David Garmaise, 1947-2020
One of our past Executive Directors has passed. It is with great sadness that we learned that David Garmaise passed ...
New Digital Presence for Memorial Quilt Reflects Pain and Progress of AIDS Movement in Canada
Digital quilt launched as Canadian AIDS Society fights to stay open FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OTTAWA, April 16, 2018 – Today, ...
Elisse Zack (1952 – 2014)
IN MEMORIAM: ELISSE ZACK Statement by the National Partners in Canada's HIV Response We are deeply saddened by the death ...
Ted Gaudet (1948 – 2014)
It is with great sadness that we received the news that our dear friend Ted had passed away in New ...
Doug McColeman (1962-2014)
Doug McColeman was passionate, he was an activist, he had a strong will, he had a vision for a better ...
Marvin Shulman (1932 – 2014)
It is with a heavy heart we announce the recent passing of compassionate and relentless AIDS activist, Marvin Shulman, who ...
John Plater (1967 – 2012)
It is with great sadness that we advise you of the death of John Plater on Saturday, July 28, 2012 ...
Pius White (1956 – 2009)
It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of a dear friend to many ...
James Rudolf Kreppner (1962 – 2009)
The world has lost an extraordinary human being. It is with profound sadness that the family announces the passing of ...
Raymond Berger (1955 – 2008)
A long-time activist in the HIV/AIDS movement, Raymond joined the Board of the Canadian AIDS Society in 2004. His belief ...
Andrew Johnson (1962 – 2008)
Andrew Johnson passed away unexpectedly at home on April 9, 2008 from the long term effects of Lupus, an illness ...
Mark Creighan (1971 – 2006)
Our colleague and friend, Mark Creighan, died on April 24, 2006. Mark’s quiet, yet strong and devoted presence in the ...
George Hislop (1927 – 2005)
On October 8, 2005, George Hislop passed away in Toronto, Ontario. He was an advocate for gay rights, a leader ...
Terry David Goodwin (1955 – 2005)
GOODWIN, Terry David - 50, Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, died Friday, September 30, 2005, after a valiant battle with brain cancer ...
Robert M. Julien (1967 – 2005)
Rob was actively involved in local HIV/AIDS groups in Calgary since 1997, including the HIV Peer Support Group, Positive Action ...
Dwayne Norris (Unknown – 2005)
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing on May 31, 2005, of our dear friend and long ...
Ben Kozak (1962 – 2005)
Ben was killed by an impaired driver while walking his beloved dog, Theo, on Friday, March 18th. Ben worked for ...
Michael Linhart (Unknown – 2004)
Michael Linhart died on October 27, 2004, one of Canada’s finest advocates for the rights and dignity of people living ...
Steve K. (c.1958 – 2004)
Steve died May 20, 2004 at the age of 46 years, after a lengthy illness, to rejoin our Creator and ...
Phil Rauch (1966 – 2004)
“My commitment to adding to the social capital of our community has taken many forms. In every instance I have ...
Rev. Donald Appleby (Unknown – 2003)
Rev. Donald Appleby died October 30, 2003 at the Ottawa General Hospital, aged 44. Don was a passionate advocate for ...
Bob Mills (1953 – 2003)
Bob Mills, Prairie Regional Director of the Canadian AIDS Society's Board of Directors, passed away from complications related to HIV/AIDS ...
Todd Armstrong (Unknown – 2003)
Todd Armstrong left this world peacefully on Sunday September 14th, 2003. He was greatly loved, a remarkable man who inspired ...
Glen Hillson (Unknown-2003)
Glen Hillson, one of the leading advocates in Canada for the rights and needs of people living with HIV/AIDS, died ...
René Raymond (Unknown – 2003)
Rene Raymond died Saturday, June 6 at St. Luc Hospital in Montreal. Rene was a member of the Board of ...
Alex Archie (Unknown – 2003)
Alex Archie died in Vancouver, May 7, 2003. Alex was on the Board of the Canadian AIDS Society from 1997-2000, ...
Charles Roy (1955 – 2002)
Dr Charles Roy, Executive Director of AIDS Committee of Toronto, passed away at the Toronto Hospital Saturday, August 24, 2002 ...
Obituary Posting Policy
CAS is committed to ensuring respectful and equitable remembrance of those in the HIV/AIDS movement who are gone, but not ...