Vincent Massey Quotes

A collection of quotes by Vincent Massey.

Vincent Massey (1887-1967) was a prominent Canadian diplomat and statesman. Born in Toronto, he studied at Oxford University and later served as a lecturer. Massey became the first Canadian to hold the post of Canadian Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary (High Commissioner) in London. In 1945, he was appointed as the first Canadian-born Governor General of Canada, serving until 1959. Massey played a significant role in fostering Canadian nationalism and cultural identity. His advocacy for the arts and education left a lasting impact, including the establishment of Massey College at the University of Toronto.