Rob Ford 1969 – 2016

Biography

Rob Ford was born on May 28, 1969, in Etobicoke, Ontario, where he spent his formative years before embarking on a career in public service. His life would become closely tied to the city of Toronto, where he would leave a lasting mark through his work in politics and governance.

Ford served as the 64th Mayor of Toronto, a position that brought him into the public eye and made him a significant figure in the city’s political landscape. During his tenure, he was deeply involved in municipal affairs and represented the interests of Toronto’s residents on the civic stage.

On March 22, 2016, Rob Ford passed away at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto at the age of 46, following a battle with liposarcoma. His remains were laid to rest at Park Lawn Cemetery in Toronto, where he is remembered by family, friends, and those who knew him throughout his life and career.