Toronto Coun. Jaye Robinson has died, her office said in a statement Friday.
“We are deeply saddened to announce that Councillor Jaye Robinson passed away last night in the presence of her family,” the statement said.
Robinson has represented the ward of Don Valley West since 2010. During her tenure as a councillor, she served as the chair of both the Toronto Transit Commissions and the public works committee, as well as on the board of the Art Gallery of Ontario.
“She was deeply dedicated to the residents of Ward 15, a strong voice on city council, and a beloved mentor to her team. We are honoured to have had the opportunity to work with her,” her office said.
Robinson announced in 2019 that she was undergoing treatment for breast cancer and would be taking time away from work at city hall, but no cause of death has been announced.
She leaves behind three sons and a cocker spaniel, according to her profile on the city website.
Before running for office, Robinson worked for the city for more than 20 years as a senior manager in economic development.
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