Rest in peace Mel Lastman, the former Mayor of Toronto. I met him at least twice, first as Mayor of North York, and then as the first mayor of the amalgamated Toronto. He was popular, yet could also be polarizing at times. He is also remembered as the founder of Bad Boy, a furniture store chain that he launched in 1955. Mel was kind to me. I send condolences and strength to his family and friends.
