Skate Canada is mourning the sudden loss of its chief operating officer Bethany Tory ©Skate Canada

Skate Canada is mourning the loss of its chief operating officer Bethany Tory, who has died suddenly at the age of 44 following  complications from minor surgery.

She had been a member of the national governing body’s executive team since November 2013 and Skate Canada said it will find the strength to celebrate her legacy and the positive impact she made.

The Federation also sent its sympathies to Tory’s family and friends.

“We are in shock by the sudden passing of our colleague and friend Bethany,” said Dan Thompson, Skate Canada’s chief executive.

“There are no words that can describe the sadness felt by everyone who knew her.

“During her time with Skate Canada, Bethany changed our culture and helped streamline our priorities.

“Her open communication and belief in alignment and collaboration has helped all of us change how we think in so many ways.

“Bethany’s contribution will not be forgotten.”

Tory is survived by her husband Graham and two young sons.

A memorial service is due to be held at Cedarview Alliance Church in Nepean on Saturday (April 25).



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