June 22, 2025
\nOttawa, Ontario<\/p>\n
\u201cDeeply saddened to learn of the passing of John McCallum, who was an inspiration, a mentor, and a friend.<\/p>\n
\u201cJohn served Canada and academia with great distinction, helping us to find solutions to our biggest economic challenges, and always with good humour and grace.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs an exemplary public servant, economist, diplomat, and parliamentarian, John\u2019s contributions to Canada were as deep as they were diverse. Outside of politics, his ideas and analysis established him as one of Canada\u2019s foremost economists. As Chief Economist at the Royal Bank of Canada, his insights shaped national conversations on fiscal policy, growth, and competitiveness.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs a Member of Parliament, he brought that same purpose and conviction to public service. His leadership in Canada\u2019s Cabinet included serving as Minister of National Defence, Veterans Affairs, Immigration, and more. As Canada\u2019s Ambassador to China, he brought his expertise to shaping one of Canada\u2019s most consequential bilateral relationships.<\/p>\n
\u201cJohn believed in Canada as a place of opportunity and enormous potential. With his values of humility and service, John leaves a lasting legacy to his community and country. With my deepest condolences to John\u2019s friends and family at this difficult time.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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