Flags on campus are lowered in memory of Jerry Doiron, the inaugural director of the Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts, who died on Oct. 9.

Mr. Doiron came to Queen’s in June 2013 from Niagara-on-the-Lake’s acclaimed Shaw Festival where he served as the planning director. As director of the Isabel, he oversaw the programming and marketing of the performing art centre’s inaugural season and planned the grand opening of the facility on Sept. 20.

Mr. Doiron’s distinguished career as a respected arts administrator included stints as the general manager of Necessary Angel Theatre Company and producer of Theatre Passe Muraille. During his career, he served as president of the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres and the Toronto Theatre Alliance. He also shared his expertise as an advisor to several granting agencies and foundations, including the Canada Council, the Ontario Arts Council, the Creative Trust and the Metcalf Foundation.

Funeral arrangements have not been announced. A celebration of Mr. Doiron’s considerable contributions to the Isabel’s development will also be organized. This story will be updated when those details are announced.