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Jean-Pierre BOISCLAIR Obituary
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Memories and Condolences
for Jean-Pierre BOISCLAIR
32 Entries
Janet Hofstetter
May 19, 2023
I am 3 years late learning of the passing of J-P.
For some reason, I just decided to Google him today. I think it might have been because of work frustrations. I was thinking back fondly to the 5 years that I worked closely with J-P at CCAF. Those were the first five years of my working life, and they set the bar very high for my subsequent career expectations. Working with J-P, I learned so much about the right way to do things - comprehensive planning, organization, attention to detail - and to do it all with complete integrity. And all in the name of a cause that I felt "mattered". There was also a lot of fun. I have not experienced the same job satisfaction since. J-P and Shirley also welcomed my husband and me as guests in their home and we enjoyed many evenings of great food, wine education, and laughs. Great memories. My sincere condolences to Shirley and to J-P´s extended family.
Cliff Nordal
July 21, 2020
I just heard about JP's sudden passing. Patty and I send our deepest condolences to Shirley and his entire family. JP was a very dear friend and we always enjoyed each other's company. I had the pleasure of working with JP on a number of hospital and health care related projects, publications, and videos while he was the president of CCAF. I also had the honour of serving on the CCAF board. He had the wonderful sense of humour, approached everything he did with complete integrity, and the quality and content of his work was at the highest level. We enjoyed a very memorable cruise and trip to Italy with Shirley and JP. it was clear that traveling and the location was one of his passions. He has left us far to soon but we are thankful for the amazing times we shared together. Cliff Nordal
JP with Great Niece Justine
Sandra Cockburn
June 30, 2020
Sandra Cockburn
June 30, 2020
I met JP in 1987, he soon became my Uncle-in-law and later Great Uncle to my two children. My favourite time of year was during the holiday season knowing that JP and Shirley were going to join us. He always made me laugh with his great sense of humour. He really cared about people, especially his family. When my daughter was born in 1991 she spent many weeks in the hospital. JP wrote the most sincere, heartfelt letter, which I still have to this day. I will miss you JP and we will all be there for Shirley.
Joseph McGrath
June 22, 2020
I served on the board of the CCAF when JP worked there. He was a gifted accountant and a strong leader. I was the AG for NL at the time.
R.I.P.JP
Anjana Das
June 15, 2020
I met JP in August 1991 as part of the 1991-92 CCAF Fellowship Programme. I recall that JP enjoyed meeting us as we did him. He was thoughtful and measured, and always made us think. He was a force for change and believed that public institutions should be made to deliver. What I learnt from him was that in any engagement, you must think of the top 3 risks that you want to address. Dont waste your time ticking every box. I followed this principle assiduously in my professional life and to this day, approaching a dialogue with this principle works! JP also taught us that transparency and accountability were intrinsic to our profession. What he didnt tell us was that we would have to fight for transparency and accountability every single day of our professional lives! JP spent his life embedding these ideas in the highest fora as well as in the minds of CCAF Fellows, such as us. We were very sad to learn of JPs passing so unexpectedly. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Shirley. We will miss him tremendously. But we will continue the fight for transparency and accountability. We got your back, JP.
Rest in peace.
Shane Dumouchel
June 11, 2020
Sorry for your loss, was always very nice to see you guys smiling at me as I was working & just serving you guys in general was a pleasure. I hope you feel better soon, my condolences.
June 11, 2020
I had the pleasure of seeing Jean-Pierre every Sunday @ noon at his usual table at The Met while I worked there regularly. Him and his lovely wife Shirley were always an absolute joy to serve and always put a collective smile on our faces. I am so saddened to hear this news but will always have fond memories of him on his tablet, being kind, checking in on me and my partner Chris, and cracking delightful jokes. He will be missed dearly. My deepest condolences to the family and to Shirley. Sending all my love. -- Alessia
Brenda Boyd
June 9, 2020
My condolences to Shirley
Jp was a wonderful husband to Shirley and a truly interesting and caring human being RIP
Brenda Boyd
Peter Armstrong
June 6, 2020
I was greatly saddened to learn of J-P's passing, I had the great privilege and pleasure of working with him during the first two years of the CCAF. An unforgettable person, of towering strength, great integrity, a wonderful sense of humour, and a sense of great loyalty to those who were with him. I shall never forget him. A huge loss to Canada and to his wife, Shirley and other members of his extended family. My heartfelt condolences go out to all of you.
Sheikh Muhammad Awais
June 5, 2020
We Fellows of CCAF, now CAAF, had the pleasure of meeting JP Boisclair, in 1991. He welcomed all of us very warmly and energetically. From the very first day onwards till the end of the course in August, 1992, we were all greatly motivated and energized throughout by JP's dynamic and jovial personalty. JP used to have one to one connection with each one of us and our families. We were taken excellent care by CCAF and office of Auditor General of Canada all because of JP and his team. He guided us, mentored us and influenced us with his commitment and fervor. Wherever, we went we felt as pampered fellows from seven different countries, enjoying due respect and Canadian hospitslity. Our learning capabilities had improved with interaction of professionals like JP. We were made to attend several Conferences and Seminars. JP would come and sit with us on our table, dine with us and share a drink or two. He was man full of ideas, energy and laughter.
On behalf of our Fellows 1991-92, we are deeply saddened on the demise of JP. We share our sincerest condolences with great sorrow and grief with Shirley and family. JP memories are deeply ingrained in our minds as he shared ideas, developed our insight and professionalism. We were charged to go back to our respective countries and practice our knowledge and experience gained in Canada. Most of us reached to highest levels in our country and brought in wholesome changes in our Audit Institutions.
We are deeply sorry for JP's departure to the world hereafter. We will continue remembering him with lot of admiration in our prayers as well.
God bless you JP.
Sheikh Muhammad Awais
Deputy Auditor General of Pakistan
& Fellows 2991-92
Patrick Lafferty
May 31, 2020
I had the pleasure of working, socializing, sharing ideas and laughing with JP and his mentor, Jim Macdonell, for about 15 years at the Office of the Auditor General of Canada and The Canadian Comprehensive Auditing Foundation. JP developed the insights, good judgement, focus, patience, and ethics to motivate others to devote their imagination and energies to better public and private sector governance. He understood better than anybody I had met how to blend the strengths and weaknesses of governments and the major accounting firms to work together to strengthen both professions. He would master emerging office technologies at the same time as he was developing staff, managing the tactics of change and driving a strategic agenda. He ran a small, committed fun-loving team that worked long hours to meet research publication and conference deadlines. The corporate executives, senior public services, accounting professionals and staff he assembled had an astonishing influence on better governance in Canada and internationally. Shirley was always encouraging and helping him turn professional networks into lasting friendships.
JP truly believed in creating a better country. He will be missed not only by Shirley, but by all of us that new him well. We offer prayers of thanksgiving for his life and loving wishes for Shirley.
Anibal Kohlhuber
May 28, 2020
Today with his spirit and attitude continues been a guide for my profesional development. Thanks JP. We will miss you
James Knight
May 27, 2020
I did not work with JP but I had the good fortune to meet him through aligned coincidences. We were office neighbours in Place de Ville in the early 1980's and our wives, Shirley and Elizabeth, were colleagues at work at Carleton University. Frequently JP and I found ourselves together on an early flight to Pearson. We would share a taxi into the city and exchange remarks on the affairs of the day. JP always wore a smile, was genuinely happy and always insightful. He lifted my spirits. Elizabeth and I were deeply saddened to learn of his passing and send our deep condolences to Shirley.
James Knight
Graciela Lietti
May 27, 2020
I am very sad to know about J-P lost, he will always be rememberd by everybody who have the luck to meet him.He will remain in our hearts.
Glen Hodgson
May 26, 2020
I was deeoly saddened to learn of JP's sudden passing. We spent a decade together as executives at the Conference Board of Canada. I enjoyed our many conversations on topics large and small, from the performance of the economy to the organization's latest financial results. J-P was witty, clever and provided excellent thoughful advice on many financial and business issues. He also enjoyed a good meal and a glass of wine and I was lucky to share his company on many occasions. My sincere sympathies to Shirley and his family.
Roberta & Kevin
May 26, 2020
We were shocked and saddened to learn of JP's sudden passing. He was a good and helpful neighbour who was always willing to lend a hand. He was also an invaluable member of the building's condo board of which he was the longest serving member. He was a bright, kind, and funny man who will be missed by many.
Shirley, we are so very sorry for your loss. We hope your many joyful memories help sustain you during this very sad time.
RA Board & Management
May 25, 2020
On behalf of Ottawa's RA Centre and Board, we are saddened to hear this news. We honour the contribution of J-P Boisclair to the RA and to so many other positive causes in this community. In his time on our Board, J-P made a tremendous contribution to our Association we will miss him greatly, as will everyone who has benefitted from his wise advice, energy, good humour, and positive spirit over so many years. We were very fortunate to work with J-P, an exceptional person and leader. Our sincere condolences to his family.
Lee McCormackTosha Rhodenizer
President of the RACEO of the RA
Guy Leclerc
May 25, 2020
It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of JP. I got to know JP with my involvement with the Foundation, for me a most rewarding experience. His interests reached much beyond the immediacy of the profession He was very forward-looking with a talent to anticipate the need of the future; he knew how to organize knowledge, promote it and disseminate it both nationally and internationally. He was an educator: he spent a lot of energy in organizing programs to enlarge and refine professional competencies. He leaves a rich legacy here and abroad particularly in matters of good governance in both private and public sectors. He had an engaging personality and being with him was at once a pleasant and learning experience. I owe him a lot. I wish to offer my more sincere condolences to Shirley and to the family.
Guy Leclerc
Kelowna, BC
John Cole
May 25, 2020
I first met JP when we went to Ottawa in 1974 as part of the Auditor General's study of Financial Management and Control in the Federal Government. There were about 20 private sector CAs participating in the study - from the beginning JP stood out for his intelligence, personality and enthusiasm.
Some 20 years later I was privileged to serve as Chair of CCAF during part of JP"s tenure as President. He made significant contributions to governance, accounting and audit in the public sector - both in Canada and Internationally. He was admired by those that worked for and with him as well by members of the public and private sectors with whom he came in contact.
Shirley - both Valerie and I remember how close you and JP were. We hope your many fond memories will give you support at this time.
Maureen McDonald
May 25, 2020
I thoroughly enjoyed working with J-P at The Conference Board of Canada and always enjoyed our conversations often related to his and Shirleys experiences with good wine, food and amazing travels. Shirley, I hope fond memories help you get through this most challenging time. My most sincere condolences.
John Cole
May 25, 2020
I first met JP in 1974 when we came to work on the Auditor General's investigation of Financial Management and Control in the Federal Government. There were approximately 20 CAs from private practice involved in the study. From the outset, JP's intelligence, enthusiasm and personality stood out. Some 20 years later I had the privilege of Chairing CCAF during part of JP's long leadership as President. He made a strong contribution to governance, accounting and audit - both in Canada and Internationally. He was much admired by those that worked for and with him as well as by many people in both the public and private sectors.
Shirley - Valerie and I remember how close you were to JP - both in his work and private life. We hope your many fond memories will sustain you as you move on.
KIMBERLEY ARMSTRONG
May 25, 2020
I worked with J-P for 20 years and am a proud member of the Society of CCAF Achievers (SOCA) which he and Shirley instituted several years ago as a way to keep in touch with his colleagues at CCAF.
J-P was the most intelligent, sophisticated and generous man I have ever met. As a boss, he led by example; with perfection and fairness. As a friend, he was compassionate and honest.
When you work with someone for 20 years, you collect many memories, but one that stands out is an example of his generosity. Every year at Christmas time, he and Shirley would help the staff organize a Christmas hamper for a family in need. I will never forget the looks on the children's faces when J-P would arrive with skates, hockey sticks, snow suits, toboggans and enough food for a month. His heart was always heavy when he saw people in need.
J-P, my mentor and friend - I will miss you.
My sincere condolences to Shirley and J-P's family of whom he spoke of with so much love.
Kimberley Armstrong (nee Poulin)
Farouq Samim
May 25, 2020
Jean-Pierre was a remarkable leader and a excellent human being. It was an honor and a privilege to work JP at the LHIN.H is sense caring about the provision of health care to diverse population at the Champlain region was exceptional. I worked with JP on an initiative to bring patients to share their experiences with the Champlain LHIN Board, which was greatly appreciated among the board members and staff of the LHIN, and broader community at the region. His involvement and contribution to the initiative enormous.
A personal note: I started working with JP when I was a refugee and a permanent resident of Canada from Afghanistan. After I took the oath of citizenship and became a Canadian citizen, JP was so thrilled to hear the news. He personally congratulated me on becoming officially part of the Canadian family. He deeply cared about the diversity in the Canadian workforce and believed in the contribution of new Canadian in the success of Canada today.
JP will be greatly missed by people who had the privilege of working with him. May his soul Rest In Peace!
FS
Marc Bourgeois
May 25, 2020
My condolences to Mr. Boisclair's wife and family.
Nicole WIeczorek
May 24, 2020
I worked with JP at the CCAF (Canadian Comprehensive Auditing Foundation) from 1987 to 2001, and have had the good fortune to call him a friend for over 32 years now - he was certainly an amazing boss, and made so many significant contributions to public and private sector governance, accountability and audit practices both in Canada and internationally - and he was a super mentor for me for over 32 years!! I was fortunate to see him in January when he came to my retirement - when I was cleaning out my office, I found his original CA designation certificate (issued by the CICA) which he had left behind, so I presented it to him at my retirement - for anyone who knows JP, I bet you can hear his very distinct laughter when he saw his old CA certificate...
You will be sadly missed my friend - sending tender hugs and love to his wife and best friend Shirley - may your good memories comfort and sustain you at this difficult time.
Nicole and Patrick
Edward Grasmeyer
May 24, 2020
I worked for JP at the Conference Board of Canada for ten years. He is the most influential person in my career and I am so fortunate to have had him as part of my life. I am so thankful for everything I learned from you JP. I will miss your laughter, your council and your friendship
Ross Walker
May 24, 2020
I was very saddened to learn of J-Ps passing. I worked with him when I was on the Board of CCAF and was always impressed with his enthusiasm and competence. I hope Shirleys memory of a great husband will carry her through this difficult time.
W Ross Walker
Louis O'Brien
May 23, 2020
JP and I were Co-Chairs of the Ontario Council of LHIN's for a couple of years. During that time, we worked together closely on helping the LHIN's develop a strategic vision for the future, coping with many new initiatives from the MoH, and eventually, with the elimination of all the LHIN Boards. I was so lucky to have JP as a mentor: he was always ready to speak truth to power, and to tackle the many challenges head on. I learned a lot from him on how to manage bureaucracies, and how to implement change in Health Care. He was so dedicated to improving the health of all Ontarians that I couldn't help but follow his lead. Ontario has lost a real champion.
Beth Laporte
May 23, 2020
I had the pleasure of working in J.P.'s department at the Board for several years. I will fondly remember his kindness, his humour, the recounting of anecdotes of his travels with Shirley and the wonderful staff Christmas gatherings we shared with them at their home. I hope, Shirley, that you will gain strength from those around you as they share their memories of J.P.
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