From Primer Minister Justin Trudeau to loved ones, many gathered at the Q Centre to say their last goodbyes
Thousands lined the sidewalk outside Colwood’s Q Centre Arena, patiently waiting to pay their final respects to John Horgan.
Having crossed paths with Horgan numerous times, Macnair fondly remembered a man whose leadership was rooted in kindness and empathy. “Some politicians would kind of rush along, but John would sit there, give somebody a hug and that's what really made him so rare.” “He was somebody who wanted to make a difference and … take a lot of different interests into account in the process,” he said.
“He a good leader in the community, very actively involved and looking to work on both sides of the aisle … and I've been so thrilled to work with him,” he said.
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