Brian John Davis (died 20 February 2017) was a Canadian diplomat who served as the Ambassador to Syria from 2003 to 2006.
| Brian John Davis | |
|---|---|
| 15th Canadian Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Syria | |
| In office 31 July 2003 – 2006 | |
| Monarch | Elizabeth II |
| Prime Minister | Paul Martin |
| Preceded by | Franco D. Pillarella |
| Succeeded by | Mark Bailey |
| Personal details | |
| Died | 20 February 2017 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada |
| Spouse | Beverley Davis (née Roche) |
| Children | 2 |
He was a senior officer with Canada’s Department of Employment and Immigration, where he held various roles before his ambassadorial appointment.
Early life
Brian Davis was the son of Brian E. Davis of Quebec City and Drusilla Davis (née Hewitt). He grew up in a large family, with six siblings.
Career
Davis spent much of his career in Canada’s Department of Employment and Immigration. His tenure culminated in his appointment as the Canadian Ambassador to Syria, a position he held from 2003 to 2006.
Personal life
Brian Davis was married to Beverley Davis (née Roche) for 45 years. The couple had two daughters, Kelly and Jennifer.
He was predeceased by his father and survived by his mother and his siblings.
Death and legacy
Brian Davis died peacefully at home on 20 February 2017. A memorial service was held at the Kelly Funeral Home and Chapel in Ottawa on 4 March 2017.
In his memory, his family established the Brian Davis Memorial Fund to support the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation.
See also
References
- "Canadian Heads of Mission Abroad since 1880 - Davis, Brian (Career)". Government of Canada. Retrieved 16 November 2024.
- ^ "Brian Davis". Ottawa Citizen. 25 February 2017. Retrieved 16 November 2024.
- "Canadian Heads of Mission Abroad since 1880 - Syria". Government of Canada. Retrieved 16 November 2024.
- "The Brian John Davis Memorial Fund". The Ottawa Cancer Foundation. Retrieved 16 November 2024.