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Prime Minister pays tribute to the late John Robinette


November 15, 1996
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Jean Chrétien today issued the following tribute to the late John Josiah Robinette:

With the passing of John Robinette, Canada has lost one of its greatest lawyers. He was a lawyer's lawyer, whose consummate skill and exemplary conduct elevated him to the rank of legend. As Minister of Justice, it was a privilege for me to work with him when he acted for the government of Canada in the Supreme Court on the patriation of the Canadian Constitution.

My wife and I extend our condolences to his family and friends.

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