Listeners of Roy Green’s iconic radio show express their deep regret as he announces his retirement due to his battle with cancer. They will miss his insightful commentary that has been a staple of his show.
Green’s final show is scheduled to air on Jan. 26, as he
announced on Dec. 29 during his program and on social media. The show is broadcasted on AM 640 Toronto and syndicated nationwide by Corus Entertainment.
Green, 77, recently shared on social media his diagnosis of stage 4 metastatic prostate cancer. Shortly after extensive testing, he made the difficult decision to retire from his show.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre expressed his sadness regarding Green’s health, acknowledging the veteran broadcaster’s significant contributions to Canadian radio over the decades.
Former Conservative leader Erin O’Toole, a frequent guest on Green’s show, also shared his admiration for the broadcaster’s impactful career.
Liberal MP Anthony Housefather, another guest on Green’s show, wished him a speedy recovery and thanked him for the opportunity to participate in the program.
Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, a Dalhousie University professor and agri-food policy commentator, hailed Green’s legacy in Canadian broadcasting, praising his ability to engage audiences, raise important issues, and advocate for transparency.
Charlebois honored Green for his commitment to fairness and accountability, recognizing his positive impact on the Canadian media landscape.
On Dec. 29, Green expressed his gratitude for the support he has received and extended his support to others facing health challenges.
Reflecting on his upcoming departure, Green acknowledged the outpouring of kindness and vowed to keep fighting his own battle while sending his thoughts to others in similar situations.
Green has been an advocate for cancer awareness since his wife, Lyana, passed away from the disease in 2015. His efforts include campaigning for improved access to treatment for prostate cancer patients.
Born in Switzerland and raised in Montreal, Green started his broadcasting career in 1973 at CHML in Hamilton, Ontario. His illustrious career included hosting The Roy Green Show on weekends after retiring from daily broadcasting in 2007.
Throughout his career, Green received numerous accolades, including the prestigious Canadian Association of Broadcasters “Gold Ribbon” award three times in a row.
