Philip-LIND-Obituary

Philip Bridgman LIND

Toronto, Ontario

1943 - 2023

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PHILIP BRIDGMAN LIND Philip Bridgman Lind, known to most as Phil, was a modern-day renaissance man who impacted many facets of Canadian life, from cable television and broadcasting, to sports, arts and culture, politics and social issues. His 80th birthday on August 20, 2023 was, coincidentally,...

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So sorry to hear about Phil´s passing. He was a great guy and so much fun! We had lots of good times in California. My condolences to his family. Linda Moulton-Patterson

Phil was an inspired and inspiring leader. He enabled the careers of many of his team and will be remembered and missed by all. Michael Allen

Phil created a fund with Rogers during the early days of the film industry in Toronto, and with generosity and empathy, assisted young film makers to attain their goals. He was a fine gentleman and a friend to my family.

We first met at the age of three just after WWII,in Oakville as neighbours, and formed a lasting friendship. After the Lind family moved to Toronto, we stayed in close contact through private school, university, and extensive summertime travels,especially to Alaska. Our careers diverged- mine to medicine, and Phillips to be a champion in the broadcasting industry.Throughout, we stayed in close contact,enjoying our infrequent,but most pleasant reminiscences. His immense strength of character...

A GREAT man A GREAT Canadian and always with a twinkle in his eye. A sad day indeed.

Phil. You were a star among us. Your like doesn't come often. Stay with us old friend. Adrian

T'hi nishmato tzrurah bitzror hachayim - May his soul be bound up in the bonds of eternal life.

Sending love and sympathy to the entire Lind clan at the loss of your longstanding patriarch. I have been connected to this big, wonderful and welcoming family through my sister Victoria (Tory) Burbidge for over two decades. I have many happy memories of Lind get -togethers, including NFL and Blue Jay games here in Toronto and weekends on the Rocky Saugeen River. Tory and I have also enjoyed visiting the Philip B Lind gallery at the AGO. Uncle Phil's legacy will live on in upcoming...

My sincere deep condolences with much love go out to especially Jed, Sarah, Jennie and Jed, and all the Lind family for the tremendous loss of Phil. What an amazing man with so much knowledge, drive, capabilities, accomplishments and contributions to so many areas of our society. May you rest in peace Phil~ Much love, Cathryn (Rankin) ~