Peter Simpson, president and CEO of the Greater Vancouver Home Builders, Association, has announced his retirement.
In a press release issued Tuesday morning, Simpson said the following:
"It is with a heavy heart and a lump in my throat that I announce I am placing a on my career.
With my life's odometer about to click over to 68, I will be retiring to spend more quality time with my wife, daughters and granddaughters. October 31 will be my last day on the job.
I have worked full time for 47 years - the first 23 as a compositor, columnist and editor with the Toronto Telegram and Toronto Sun, and the past 24 years as CEO of the Greater Toronto Home Builders' Association (five years) and the Greater Vancouver Home Builders' Association (19).
Before I leave, I want to tell you all how much I enjoy working with you. I certainly appreciate your professionalism, dedication to your craft, insight, fairness and friendship. The Vancouver-area media do not have to take a back seat to anyone, anywhere. You are simply the best.
A national search is underway to find a suitable replacement. Once that individual has been confirmed - likely in late August - I will let you know."
