It is with great sadness that we learned on Thursday that Bob Gardner, a long-time activist in OCAC, had passed away.

Bob was a leader and stalwart in OCAC and in Aids Action Now. He made a huge contribution to the fight to overturn the federal abortion law, and to stop the recriminalization of abortion. His keen sense of strategy and his tremendous ability to synthesize perspectives helped OCAC produce so many of the briefs and documents that guided our work. His determination, humour and intelligence will be missed terribly.

We mourn his loss, and extend our deepest condolences to his life partner, Linda. And we celebrate his many achievements and contribution by carrying on the struggle that he was so passionate about and committed to – for social justice and true liberation.

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A celebration of his life is being planned for early fall. In lieu of flowers, donations are welcome to AIDS Action Now (c/o 102 Salem Avenue, Toronto ON M6H 3C1) or to the Ontario Coalition for Abortion Clinics * (427 Bloor St. West Box 3, Toronto ON M5S 1X7). Condolences can be sent to funeral home www.rosar-morrison.com.

*Please note that OCAC is unable to take online donations but cheques can be mailed to the address listed above.