Izzy Asper
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Izzy Asper was a notable Canadian media executive and philanthropist, best known for founding CanWest Global Communications Corp. He was an advocate for human rights and played a significant role in the establishment of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, which opened posthumously in 2014. His vision for the museum emphasized education, enlightenment, and creating a platform for diverse narratives, including those of marginalized communities.
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Gail Asper recalled that her father, who launched the campaign for a national museum of human rights in the 1990s, was asked in 2003 whether there would be a show about Palestinian displacement.
Philanthropist behind Canadian Museum for Human Rights raises concerns about Nakba exhibitThe Globe and Mail·
Canada· 2026-06-24
Canada· 2026-06-24
