July 23, 2026OTTAWA, Ontario—The great jazz pianist Oliver Jones always carried us to another world, across a rich landscape of emotions and profound human experiences, through melodies imbued with freedom and a pure sense of wonder at life. Born in Montréal, where he captivated generations of music lovers, this legendary figure of Canadian and international jazz passed away last night. He leaves behind the legacy of a life marked by tremendous generosity, guided from childhood by an unconditional love of music. He also devoted a significant part of his life to supporting and mentoring the next generation of Canadian musicians on their own artistic journeys. Louise ArbourMedia information:Rideau Hall Press Office343-573-7563media@gg.caStay connected:Follow GovernorGeneralCanada on Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.