He was called the Emperor of the North.
Legendary provincial politician Leo Bernier has passed away at the
age of 81.
Bernier represented the old Kenora riding from 1966 to 1987.
Kenora-Rainy River M.P.P. Howard Hampton says Bernier will be fondly
remembered.
Bernier served as Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister of
Lands and Forests in the governments of Bill Davis and Frank Miller.
