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Posted by Office of Advancement on
January 31, 2022
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Dalhousie lost a close friend and community member on Friday, Jan. 28, 2022, when entrepreneur Harry Steele, 92, died.
An Atlantic Canadian icon hailing from Newfoundland, Harry built an empire from humble beginnings. He served in the navy, rising to the rank of lieutenant-commander of the base in Gander, and attended Memorial University of Newfoundland, remaining passionate about education throughout his remarkable business career.