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James Fleming

1939 – 2023

Canadian broadcaster and politician (born 1939)

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About James Fleming

Lived 1939 – 2023 (aged 83). James Fleming was a Canadian politician, journalist, pundit and management assistant.

James Sydney Clark Fleming (October 30, 1939 – February 15, 2023) was a Canadian broadcaster and politician.

Fleming was a news reporter for several Toronto radio stations, eventually becoming co-anchor of CHFI morning news, which was simulcast on both CHFI-FM and what was then CHFI-AM. He was the newscaster on Bright and Early on CTV, Canada's first TV network morning news and public affairs show. The show aired in the 1966-67 television season and was not renewed. He also hosted a number of CTV public affairs specials including an interview with John Lennon during his and Yoko Ono's Give Peace A Chance tour of Canada.

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Important facts

Born
30 October 1939, Kitchener
Birth century
20th century
Died
15 February 2023
Occupation
Politician, journalist, pundit, management assistant
Nationality
Canada
Education
University of Toronto
Positions held
Member of the House of Commons of Canada
Awards
Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Medal; Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal; Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal
Also known as
James Sydney Clark Fleming

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John Lennon
1940 – 1980
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Yoko Ono
b. 1933
Peace activist

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Frequently asked questions

Who was James Fleming?

Canadian broadcaster and politician (born 1939)

When was James Fleming born?

James Fleming was born on 30 October 1939 in Kitchener.

When did James Fleming die?

James Fleming died on 15 February 2023.

What was James Fleming's occupation?

James Fleming was a politician, journalist, pundit and management assistant.

What nationality was James Fleming?

James Fleming was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James Fleming

· Wikidata: Q6133979

· DBpedia: James Fleming (York West MP)

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