Prime Minister of Canada expresses condolences for Catherine O'Hara - Speech Brief
31 January 2026 00:07 UTC · Prime Minister of Canada · PMO News Release · Source · Email X Link

Prime Minister of Canada expresses condolences for Catherine O'Hara

Key points

  • Offers deepest condolences to family, friends, and all who loved her work on screen
  • Notes Toronto birth, five-decade career, iconic roles, and Canadian honors

TL;DR

  • Prime Minister of Canada offers condolences, notes O'Hara's Toronto birth, five-decade career from SCTV to Schitt's Creek, and multiple Canadian honors.
Original text

“I join all Canadians in mourning the loss of Catherine O’Hara. Born in Toronto, Ontario, Catherine O’Hara was a beloved comedic actor who captivated audiences on stage and screen. Over five decades of work, Catherine earned her place in the canon of Canadian comedy – from SCTV to Schitt's Creek . Though her talents are recognised worldwide, Canadians will always claim her as one of our own. She was awarded multiple ...

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