Pacific & Western Credit Corp. deeply regrets the passing of its Chairman

LONDON, ON, Oct. 26 /CNW/ - David R. Taylor, President and Chief Executive Officer of Pacific & Western Credit Corp. (PWC), regrets to announce the sudden passing yesterday of Douglas W. Gough, the Chairman of the Board.

Doug was a member of the Board since 1996. The Directors of PWC wish to express their condolences to his family and friends at this time. Doug's contributions to the Board and his friendship will be sadly missed.

The Honourable Thomas A. Hockin, Chairman of PWC's wholly-owned subsidiary, Pacific & Western Bank of Canada, has been appointed by PWC's Board of Directors as the new Chairman.

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