Michael Pitfield, a former senator and clerk of the Privy Council, has died at the age of 80. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the death late Thursday, saying Pitfield was a "family friend who was especially dear" to his father and his family. Pitfield, who joined the public service in 1959, was a close confidant of former prime minister Pierre Trudeau during his time in office. 'A pivotal role'Trudeau said Pitfield remains the youngest ever Canadian to lead the public service and called his contributions to Canadian public life "far-reaching and enduring." The men leaning over the Queen to ensure that the document does not blow away include Michael Pitfield, left.

Source: CBC News October 20, 2017 03:08 UTC