‘Keep on Pushing’: In Memory of William Gairdner

Editor’s note: It is with great sadness that we inform our readers of the passing of William Gairdner, one of Canada’s most prolific and influential contemporary intellectuals. Born in 1940, Bill was an accomplished athlete and Olympian, academic, best-selling author, artist, and above all, a wonderful human being, friend, and family man. He passed away on Jan. 12 surrounded by loved ones.  Bill’s best-selling book “The Trouble With Canada” was a game-changer, inspiring generations of Canadians to become interested in public policy. His other best-seller, “The War Against the Family,” was an immense work of passion, and Bill often mused about how he shed tears as he was writing it....