11-05-2024 21:00 via fraservalleytoday.ca

Former Liberal cabinet minister and MP Jim Peterson dies at 82, family says

TORONTO — Jim Peterson, a long-time member of Parliament from Toronto and former Liberal cabinet minister, has died at the age of 82.
Former Ontario Premier David Peterson confirmed the death to The Canadian Press, saying his brother Jim had a heart attack at his farm on Friday.
David Peterson described his brother as generous, well-respected and accomplished, adding  his wife remains strong as she faces a difficult loss.
Peterson represented the Toronto riding of Willowdale throughou
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