Erna (nee Newman) Paris – Passed away at her home on February 3, 2022, at the age of 83, surrounded by love. Beloved wife to Thomas Robinson and mother to Michelle Paris and Roland Paris (Katie Paris), grandmother to Julia, Simon and Jacqueline, sister to Peter Newman (Rene Bouthot) and Jill Solnicki, she is also mourned by her nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Author of seven books and winner of numerous awards, including the Order of Canada, she devoted her writing life to understanding what sustains pluralistic, tolerant societies, and why they sometimes succumb to intolerance-or worse. These investigations fuelled her lifelong commitment to justice, historical accountability, and the protection of vulnerable communities wherever they may be. But her greatest commitment was always to her family and friends. She was fiercely loyal and loving, interested in everything and everyone, and cynical about nothing. In memory of Erna Paris’ life, her family asks that any charitable donations be made to Human Rights Watch Canada, 416-322- 8448, or to The Writers’ Union of Canada, 416-703-8982.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Erna Paris Thursday February 03 2022..
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Death notice for the town of: Toronto, Province: Ontario