We sadly report that Jim Proctor, a name and face familiar to many of us in the tourism industry has died. Popular and well liked by his co-workers, associates and friends, Jim began – what turned out to be a long and substantial travel career – at Pacific Western Airlines in 1970, working at Vancouver Airport in Customer Service and Airport Operations.

He soon moved up the ladder and was sales manager in the Charter Division when he left the airline in 1978. In Toronto, he joined Suntours, progressing through management positions till he went to Air Canada Vacations where he remained for many years, choosing to retire some years ago.

Jim Proctor was much respected by the people he worked with, by associates, and by his friends in the travel industry. He was smart, interesting, always ready for a good time and definitely a bit of a character whose exploits could engender much amusement and laughter.

Len Nathan remembered Jim fondly, “I remember him so well from Sunflight days, especially when he rode that motor bike of his to work every day!

“He always had a smile on his face and never had a bad word about anyone or anything. He truly was nature’s gentleman and will be sorely missed by everyone who had the good fortune to know him.”

Sadly, Jim’s last years were extremely challenging as he bravely suffered through serious and painful health issues.

Jim Proctor took his last flight on Saturday July 11th, surrounded by his wife and twin daughters. He was 72 years old.

Our deepest condolences to Jim’s family and friends.