Paul Rimstead (1935[1] – 26 May 1987),[2] born Andrew Paul Rimstad, was a Canadian journalist, the featured page 5 columnist for the Toronto Sun, and a sports writer.
Life and career
Born in Sudbury, Ontario, the "Rimmer" was described by peers as "legendary",[3] "the Sun's resident character",[4] and "a master storyteller".[1] Rimstead began his journalism career at the age of 11, reporting on local farm births. A high school drop-out,[citation needed] Rimstead became a seasoned sports reporter, columnist, and writer.
Bearing his name, the Toronto Sun Paul Rimstead Memorial Journalism Award is awarded annually to a second year Toronto Metropolitan University (the former Ryerson University) journalism undergraduate demonstrating academic excellence and financial need.[5]
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