CHRISTOPHER ROBERT LATTANZI

Christopher Robert Lattanzi died at age 88 on November 12, 2025, at Sunnybrook Hospital, Toronto. Christopher was born on April 17, 1937, in Melbourne, Australia, to Nancy (Baird) and Mario Lattanzi. He completed his secondary education at Xavier College, where he was named Dux (the top-ranked student) of the school. After graduating university as a mining engineer, he worked for five years for the state electricity commission in Victoria, Australia. In May 1961, he married Margaret Anne Kuhlmann, whom he had known since childhood. In 1965, Chris and Margaret packed up their young family for what was to be a working tour of the world. The first stop was Canada – a visit that ended up lasting for 60 years. His first position in Canada was as mine superintendent for the oil sands operations of what was then Great Canadian Oil Sands in Fort McMurray, Alberta. He moved to Toronto and joined the geological and mining consultancy firm, David S. Robertson & Associates Limited in 1967, where he eventually became vice-president. Chris had a strong grasp of mineral economics, accounting and tax principles, skills that were put to good use as the firm became known for its expertise in mineral property valuation. Clients included energy utility companies and government agencies, as well as mining companies, in North and South America, Asia and Australia. In 1988, Chris became the founding President and lead director of Micon International Limited, formed with five colleagues from Robertson & Associates. While he was succeeded as President in 2005, Chris remained an integral member of Micon, leading its valuation and litigation support practices. He then pursued opportunities as a corporate director with firms including Argonaut Gold Ltd., Meridian Gold Corporation, Spanish Mountain Gold Ltd. and Teranga Gold Corporation. His expertise in accounting principles and governance was valued as a member of audit committees and as lead director. While Chris always worked with dedication and commitment, he enjoyed the associated travels and, at the end of the day, a glass of red wine. In his spare time, Chris liked to work on his stamp collection or on jigsaw puzzles with impossibly large numbers of pieces. He enjoyed keeping up with current events and following the Blue Jays. He was a loving father and grandfather, who also enjoyed social occasions with friends and colleagues. Chris is survived by his children, Michael (daughter-in-law, Susan Silveus), Anna, Suzi and Alison (Alan); by his grandchildren, Luke, Greta, Bart, Amy, Laura, Amanda, Sam, Lucy and Asher; and by his great-grandchildren, Margot and Elena. He is also survived by his sister, Maria (brother-in-law, Michael); his brothers-in-law, Peter and John (sister-in-law, Rosanne); and by his niece, Grania; and his nephews, Matthew and Timothy. He was predeceased by his wife, Margaret; and his sister, Grania. Service Saturday, December 13, 2025, 10:00 a.m., St. Rose of Lima Parish, 3216 Lawrence Ave. E., Scarborough, ON L3R 5G1. Final resting place, Christ the King Catholic Cemetery, 7770 Steeles Avenue East, Markham, ON L6B 1A8.