From graduate school, John’s career took him to Vancouver, Canada, where he quickly moved into senior management roles, first as an Assistant Director at Vancouver General Hospital (1975-1979) and then as CEO of BC Children’s Hospital from 1979-1996. His career in health care administration spanned 35 years, during which time he worked in executive leadership capacities for a variety of regional, provincial and international health care organizations. Notable among these were his roles as CEO of the Vancouver/Richmond Health Board, CEO of the Beijing Toronto International Hospital in China, and Deputy Minister of Health Planning for the Province of British Columbia. He also served on numerous boards of charities and non-profit organizations and was a highly respected leader in his field.
John had a love for tennis and golf and enjoyed travel and the outdoors. His love of travel took him on numerous trips to many countries throughout Europe, Asia and the Americas, with recent highlights during his retirement years that included visiting Machu Picchu, the Galapagos Islands, Australia, New Zealand, and Eastern Europe. He was also able to attend all four of the major tennis ‘Grand Slam’ tournaments, which was a lifelong dream. He was a friend to many, and his contagious laugh and warm spirit were evident to those who knew and loved him. He lived a full and active life until his last day, and his sudden passing while playing one of his favourite sports came as a shock to all. He loved, and was loved by, many and will be deeply missed.[1]
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