James Arthur METCALFE

1944 - 2019

James Arthur METCALFE obituary, 1944-2019, Toronto, ON

James Arthur METCALFE

1944 - 2019

BORN

1944

DIED

2019

James METCALFE Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Sep. 14 to Sep. 18, 2019.
JAMES ARTHUR METCALFE, P.Eng. July 12, 1944 - September 6, 2019 Jim Metcalfe, who loved and lived life to the fullest, passed away surrounded by his children, and his wife Valerie, soulmate, confidant and best friend for close to 20 years. Jim was the very proud father of Beth Steklac (Ivo), Douglas (Pam Levine), Andrew (Paddi-Anne Crossin) and Jeff (Jorda Miller), stepchildren Micheal Fountain (Lara Thacker) and Dana Fountain (Julia Prime), his 12 loved grandchildren, Joshua, Katie, Spencer, Jacob, Henry, Charles, Abigail, Sydney, Lyla, Wilfred, Sylvan and Gloria, and brother to Jerry (Ruth) and Marilyn. Throughout his life, Jim enjoyed his passions including golfing at Bigwin Island, travelling to more than 70 countries, hiking, boating, gardening and mentoring. Jim was born in Bozeman, Montana, and raised in Toronto, Ontario, home to the Metcalfe family since 1849 when his great-great-grandfather, James Arthur, MP, immigrated from Yorkshire, England. Jim attended Fairmeadow Public School and York Mills Collegiate where his passion for sports led to winning Athlete of the Year awards. He earned a degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Toronto in 1966 followed by a Master's Degree from Purdue University. Jim's 42-year career in consulting engineering included serving as President and CEO of Cansult Limited, and later CEO of the Middle East operations of AECOM. He served as Strategic Advisor for the Gulf Region to TORYS LLP of Toronto and held senior positions on numerous boards and groups including the Young Presidents' Association, Canada Arab Business Council, Accreditation Canada, Innovation Advisory Board of George Brown College, and Crystal Fountains. A Celebration of Life will be held in Jim's honour for his family, friends and colleagues in October. Contributions in Jim's name may be made to the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, the Yonge Street Mission or Engineers Without Borders Canada.

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February 8, 2022

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September 18, 2020

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Jameel Mohammed Ahmed

February 8, 2022

My heartfelt condolences goes to the family of Jim who was Cansult CEO since the time I started working for Cansult from 1986 .He was a true gentleman and always a true guide and an excellent leader with amazing quality.I extend my belated condolences to the family and pray to God that Jim be placed in the Garden of Paradise. Amen . I only came to very recently of his passig away. He always used to call me Jameel RIP Jim Jameel
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Jameel Mohammed Ahmed

February 8, 2022

My heartfelt condolences goes to the family of Jim who was Cansult CEO since the time I started working for Cansult from 1986 .He was a true gentleman and always a true guide and an excellent leader with amazing quality.I extend my belated condolences to the family and pray to God that Jim be placed in the Garden of Paradise. Amen . I only came to very recently of his passig away.
He always used to call me Jameel

RIP Jim
Jameel

Donna Weismann (Stubbert)

September 18, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

March 1, 2020

March 2020

Hi Valerie:
Not sure if you are still checking this site but I have just found out about Jim's passing. Golly, this is such a shock and my heartfelt condolences and sympathy go out to you and your family. This is going to be tough, Valerie, but stay strong and know that all your friends put their arms around you for comfort.

Colette ([email protected])

Kenneth Flockhart

October 17, 2019

I just found out now about Jim's death.
I'm sitting in my Jeep, parked by the side of a road in the Irish countryside, tears running down my face. I've known Jim since 1976 when I joined Cansult. He was one of the best men I have ever known, we shared many, many great times together all over the world. I'm looking at the title of our last e mail between us, entitled Hennessy Paradis and other memories. That was the two of us in the George Cinq hotel in Paris circa 1981. That was only one of the many occasions we were together for business, laughter and friendship. I am bereft.
To all the Metcalfe family, I send my wife Sheena, and our two daughters, Vanessa and Seonaid, who knew and loved Jim, our deepest sympathies for your loss. He was a wonderful man, and I will miss him dearly.

Suzanne Firth

October 2, 2019

Jim and I shared the same early life experiences (Aldershot Crescent, Fairmeadow PS, York Mills Collegiate Institute). We connected much later at York University's Schulich School of Business when he came to speak about work in the Middle East to members of International MBA program. He was all that previous contributors have described and more. My sincere condolences to his family. Jim's death was decidedly premature. Sue Firth

Terry Riviera

October 2, 2019

I only knew Jim for short time during my tenure at Crystal Fountains Inc. I am sadden his passing, my condolences to his family.

George Horning

September 30, 2019

I grieve Jim's passing. I worked with him for thirty plus years, first during our time at Marshall Macklin Monaghan and then at Cansult. His leadership, confidence and vivour encouraged the best from all of us.

Joseph Tersigni

September 25, 2019

My condolences to the Metcalfe Family. It was a pleasure working along side Jim through thick & thin.

September 25, 2019

My condolences to the Metcalfe Family. I worked along side Jim for many years at MMM and we teamed together with Pat Monaghan to bring the firm out it's doldrums to be one of the leading Engineering Firms in Canada. Jim then left MMM to lead Cansult which at that time was controlled by MMM.

Jeff Mark

September 18, 2019

I am saddened to hear of his passing. He was a great leader and a great mentor.

September 18, 2019

My condolences to the Metcalfe Family, Jim was a truly incredible Humble Gentleman who had such an amazing effect on everyone who knew him. I still hear his Good morning Greeting in my ears @ the lift in Abu Dhabi mall Office although more than 10 years pasted, it's almost impossible to forget someone like him. Ill pray that the almighty gives his family & Friends the strength to withstand this tragic moment. May his soul rest in peace.
Please accept our sincerest condolences

Ayman Haddad - UAE - Abu Dhbai

Ayman Haddad

September 18, 2019

My condolences to the Metcalfe Family, Jim was a truly incredible Humble Gentleman who had such an amazing effect on everyone who knew him. I still hear his Good morning Greeting in my ears @ the lift in Abu Dhabi mall Office although more than 10 years pasted, it's almost impossible to forget someone like him. Ill pray that the almighty gives his family & Friends the strength to withstand this tragic moment. May his soul rest in peace.
Please accept our sincerest condolences

Ayman Haddad - Abu dhabi UAE.

Nick Poulos

September 17, 2019

My condolences to the Metcalfe Family. I started my career under his leadership. An outstanding Professional who demanded the best but always gave the best. He strength of character and combination of values and morals set the path for me to follow. I will always be grateful. May God rest His Soul and May His Memory Be Eternal.

Al Hinton

September 16, 2019

A business and council colleague. A friend - who provided much in the sharing of his wisdom and grace. A man of gentle kindness who will be sadly missed. Sincere condolences to Valerie and the entire Metcalfe family.

Riad Nashif

September 15, 2019

Words cannot describe how sad and devastated I am for the loss of a great mentor, a true and refined gentleman, an inspirational leader and a dear friend. One of the very best I have ever known and although gone...will never be forgotten....

September 15, 2019

My deepest condolences to the entire Metcalfe family. We have fond memories from our days in Aurora living on Steeplechase Avenue with the Metcalfes just down the road. Jim had a significant influence on my father Paul and mother Connie who spent many years in the UAE. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With love, Drew, Kirsten, Madison and Tennyson Eide

Charles McGaw

September 14, 2019

Thoughts and condolences are with the Metcalfe family at this
Very sad time. Memories of once a good friend.
Linda & Chuck McGaw

Howard & Susan Parsons

September 14, 2019

Our hearts break with the news of Jim's passing.
He was always a warm and welcoming friend From Abu Dhabi, to Bigwin Island, to Vancouver and Palm Springs, we are fortunate to have known him and always enjoyed our times together.
Sending love and condolences to Val and family, Howard & Susan Parsons

Omid Hariri

September 14, 2019

A great Professional, Straight Forward and Humble Gentleman. Hard to find all such traits at the same time given his status and achievements in life. I cherish the trust he had on me providing the confidence needed to excel in my career.

Our profession has lost a great leader.

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