Thomas Paul Harrison passed away on November 7, 2021, at the age of 77 after a bravely fought battle with cancer. Paul was born in Toronto, and shared his wartime, leap-year birthday with his twin sister Margo. Always industrious and driven, Paul dedicated most of his life to helping young people reach their potential and achieve their dreams. He was a teacher and guidance counsellor with the Peel Board of Education for many years, and continued to act as a supply teacher and a drivers’ education instructor during retirement. Youth in Action, the painting and landscaping company he founded and ran for 10 years, was another way Paul helped young people find purpose and employment. Friends will remember him for his kind and giving heart, and his eagerness to lend a hand or to offer advice. In his later years, Paul enjoyed spending summers at his cottage on Tasso Lake, landscaping his gardens, and taking his beloved golden retrievers for walks. Paul is predeceased by his parents Thomas and Audrey Harrison, and his great-nephew Thomas Zita. He is survived by sisters Donna Fitzgerald and Margo Pereira, nieces Katherine Fitzgerald and Kristin (Sandy) Zita, and godson Kyle Mander. He will also be missed by many cousins, neighbours, and good friends.

A private family service will be held, with cremation to follow. Due to the limitations still in place surrounding COVID-19, attendance is limited to invited guests only. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make donations to Youth Without Shelter (https://yws.on.ca/), The Ontario SPCA (https://ontariospca.ca/) or a charity of your choice benefitting young people or animals.