It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Peter Aucoin in Halifax on July 7, 2011, of cancer.
At the time of his death, he was a Professor Emeritus of Political Science and Public Administration at Dalhousie University. Peter was a prominent scholar, a prolific author, a distinguished and award-winning teacher and a valued policy advisor to governments in Canada and the British Commonwealth.
In 2007, he was made a member of the Order of Canada. His citation read: “Peter Aucoin has been a leading scholar of public management and government for over 30 years. He has produced research and writings that promote innovation and excellence in public service and governance. Known for his integrity and sound judgement, he has served in an advisory capacity at all levels of government in Canada. A mentor to countless students, he has also served with distinction in many professional organizations.”
Born in Halifax on October 3, 1943, to Kathleen G. (Doyle) and Charles A. Aucoin, he is survived by his wife, Margot Anne (Flemming), Halifax; daughter Nicole (Olof) Sandbloom, Calgary; sons, Paul (Emily Hoegg), Toronto; Richard, Halifax; grandchildren, Anna and Peter Sandbloom, Calgary; sisters, Nancy (Edward) Lingley, Dartmouth; Judith (Richard) Lee, Mass; Johanna (Michael) Slaunwhite, Halifax; brother, James (Sally), New Glasgow; brother-in-law, Brian (Janice) Flemming, Halifax; sisters-in-law, Jeanne Flemming (Norman Kyle), Ottawa; Corinne (Bruce) Murray, Oakville; and many wonderful nieces and nephews.
Funeral mass to be held at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, July 12 at 1 p.m. Burial at a later date. Donations to a charity of your choice.
Condolences at: petercharlesaucoin@gmail.com