Ed Broadbent

Ed Broadbent (1936 – 2024) was the Founder of the Broadbent Institute and was Chair Emeritus of the Institute’s Board of Directors.

A champion for ordinary Canadians and tireless advocate for democratic institutions, Ed Broadbent was devoted to improving the lives of all Canadians. Throughout his seven decade career, Broadbent fought for justice and equality, making great strides in the advancement of the rights of disadvantaged persons. Broadbent will be remembered as a great thinker whose kindness, charisma and sense of humour could bring Canadians together.