Canadian television producer and pioneer philanthropist dies

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A pioneering Canadian television producer and writer who worked on popular shows such as “So You Think You Can Dance Canada” has died, according to reports.

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Sandra Faire’s death was confirmed in a CBC statement on Friday, where she was a producer of hit shows such as “Rita and Friends.”

Faire – who has worked with big names such as Shania Twain, Patti Labelle and Garth Brooks – died Wednesday in Toronto. No cause of death or age has been disclosed.

“She has had a lasting impact during her time at CBC and throughout her career through her work and generous contributions to Canadian culture and society as a whole,” CBC said in a statement.

During his nearly 50-year career, Faire has also worked for CTV and The Comedy Network, contributing to shows such as “Comedy Inc,” according to The Hollywood Reporter. She entered the television industry in 1972 as an associate producer on the comedy show “Half the George Kirby Comedy Hour”.

“She was a pioneer for women in film and television whose commitment to excellence has helped set the standard for production in this country,” said Randy Lennox, president of Bell Media, in a statement.

Faire and his partner, Ivan Fecan, were known for their charitable donations to many Canadian organizations and institutions. The couple have supported the National Ballet of Canada, the National Ballet School of Canada and the Art Gallery of Ontario, the Hollywood Reporter reported.

She is survived by her husband.

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