Canadian Conservative Author and Olympian William Gairdner Passes Away at 83
Canadian conservative author, thought leader, and Olympian William Gairdner has sadly passed away at the age of 83. The news of his death was confirmed on January 12.
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Born in 1940, Gairdner was a prolific author, essayist, and columnist. He leaves behind a remarkable body of work, including books such as “The Great Divide: Why Liberals and Conservatives Will Never, Ever Agree,” “The Trouble with Canada,” and “The War Against the Family.”
Gairdner’s intellectual pursuits were not limited to writing. He earned a PhD in English literature from Stanford University and went on to teach English at York University. In addition, he represented Canada as an Olympic decathlete at the 1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo.
Describing himself as a libertarian in economic matters and a Burke-ian conservative in social matters, Gairdner was known for his strong beliefs and dedication to principles. One of his significant contributions was the founding of Civitas, a Canadian society committed to upholding the principles and traditions of a free and ordered society.
Civitas’ past president, Candice Malcolm, who is also the founder of True North, expressed her admiration for Gairdner, calling his life remarkable. She highlighted his influential works, such as his books, essays, and videos, as well as his leadership in Civitas. Malcolm also emphasized the importance of Gairdner’s family, which includes five children and 16 grandchildren.
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Until his last days, Gairdner remained active in his intellectual pursuits. He continued to publish blog posts, post videos, and write columns for the Epoch Times. His topics of interest ranged from democracy and totalitarianism to liberalism, climate alarmism, and the Constitution.
Malcolm spoke highly of Gairdner’s impact on the community and Canada as a whole. She described him as a model Canadian and praised his energy, enthusiasm, thoughtfulness, and insight. Malcolm also acknowledged Gairdner’s humility and kindness in mentoring and guiding others.
The loss of Gairdner is deeply felt by Canada and its community. His contributions to the intellectual landscape and his dedication to traditional values and liberty have left an indelible mark on the nation.
As we bid farewell to this legend, may William Gairdner rest in peace, and may his memory continue to be a blessing to those who knew him and were influenced by his work..
