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Book SynopsisHe stayed out of the spotlight, but Leafs fans know J.P. Bickell cast a long shadow.A self-made mining magnate and the man who kept the Maple Leafs in Toronto and financed Maple Leaf Gardens, J.P. Bickell lived an extraordinary and purposeful life. As one of the most important industrialists in Canadian history, Bickell left his mark on communities across the nation. He was a cornerstone of the Toronto Maple Leafs, which awards the J.P. Bickell Memorial Award to recognize outstanding service to the organization.
Bickell's story is also tied up with some of the most famous Canadians of his day, including Mitchell Hepburn, Roy Thomson, and Conn Smythe. Through his charitable foundation, he has been a key benefactor of the Hospital for Sick Children, and his legacy continues to transform Toronto. Yet, though Bickell was so important both to Toronto and the Maple Leafs, the story of his incredible life is today largely obscure. This book sets the record straight,
Trade ReviewA fitting tribute to a great man. * James Smith, Sell Em Ben’s and former McIntyre Mining Employee *
The definitive story of [J.P. Bickell’s] rise to prominence and his lasting legacy. * Society for International Hockey Research *
A fascinating read … this isn’t just another Leafs book. Far from it. * Hockey Book Reviews.com *
Table of ContentsPreface
Introduction: A Life in Full
1 Gold
2 Risk
3 Ice
4 Extravagance
5 War
6 Benevolence
Acknowledgements
Appendix: The J.P. Memorial Award
Notes
Bibliography
Image Credits
Index
