Denny
Boyd -
West Vancouver
![Click on image for full-size version](/web/20061229023014im_/http://www.protocol.gov.bc.ca/protocol/prgs/obc/2005/2005_Boyd_sm.jpg) Denny
Boyd is a long-serving print journalist of the Vancouver Sun, renowned
for his wry observations of public personalities in sports and politics,
and for sharing with the public the trials and successes of his
own struggles with illness.
Mr. Boyd began
his writing career as a sports writer and editor and worked his
way up to become a daily news columnist, detailing the characters
and adventures in Vancouver. His style of journalism has been an
inspiration to many faithful readers. Though sometimes considered
controversial, Mr. Boyd's columns on sports, gossip and philosophical
humour have always been clearly pointed and enjoyable. He tells
the true stories of British Columbians for posterity, with kindness
and generosity.
Mr. Boyd's factual
and straightforward method of handling problems has been a role
model for those trying to overcome adversity. As an individual,
he has battled illness responsibly and successfully. His forthright
manner in allowing the public to view aspects of his personal life
is rare and admirable. Mr. Boyd has given selflessly of his time
and energy to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the West Vancouver
Public Library, and many alcohol and drug rehabilitation organizations.
Denny Boyd spent
30 years at the Vancouver Sun. He has published four books, and
continues to write in his retirement. In 1997, he was honoured with
the Bruce Hutchison Lifetime Achievement Award.
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