Oliver Jones, the renowned Montreal jazz pianist, organist, composer and arranger, has died. He was 91 years old. Ranee Lee, “Montreal's Queen of Jazz,” spoke to Ken Connors about her friend.

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Oliver Jones, the renowned Montreal jazz pianist, organist, composer and arranger, has died. He was 91 years old. Ranee Lee, &ldquo;Montreal's Queen of Jazz,&rdquo; spoke to Ken Connors about her friend.
Photo Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn&nbsp;

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Oliver Jones, the renowned Montreal jazz pianist, organist, composer and arranger, has died. He was 91 years old. Ranee Lee, “Montreal's Queen of Jazz,” spoke to Ken Connors about her friend.

Remembering Oliver Jones: Jazz singer Ranee Lee pays tribute

We're right in the middle of Quebec's construction holiday, which means thousands of families are heading to campgrounds and backcountry sites across the province. Camping is one of our favourite summer traditions, but whether you're a seasoned camper or trying it for the first time, a few simple precautions can make the difference between a great getaway and a trip that goes sideways. One of Canada's best-known outdoor experts, Kevin Callan, better known as The Happy Camper, spoke to Ken Connors.

We're right in the middle of Quebec's construction holiday, which means thousands of families are heading to campgrounds and backcountry sites across the province. Camping is one of our favourite summer traditions, but whether you're a seasoned camper or trying it for the first time, a few simple precautions can make the difference between a great getaway and a trip that goes sideways. One of Canada's best-known outdoor experts, Kevin Callan, better known as The Happy Camper, spoke to Ken Connors.

'The Happy Camper' says a few simple precautions can make a great getaway

Rob Snow Founder & CEO The Improvaneer Method, Trudie’s Takeaways with CJAD Newscaster Trudie Mason, Julien Delangie Lawyer with Ouellet Nadon et Associés, Entertainment with Kelly Alexander, Wayne Bryan, Political Analyst Brian Lilley, Emergency Room Physician Dr. Mitch Shulman, Pierre Therrien is an entomologist with the ministère des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts du Québec, Jim West longtime producer for Oliver Jones, Ranee Lee

Rob Snow Founder &amp; CEO The Improvaneer Method, Trudie&rsquo;s Takeaways with CJAD Newscaster Trudie Mason, Julien Delangie Lawyer with Ouellet Nadon et Associ&eacute;s, Entertainment with Kelly Alexander, Wayne Bryan, Political Analyst Brian Lilley, Emergency Room Physician Dr. Mitch Shulman, Pierre Therrien is an entomologist with the minist&egrave;re des Ressources naturelles et des For&ecirc;ts du Qu&eacute;bec, Jim West longtime producer for Oliver Jones, Ranee Lee

The Andrew Carter Morning Show with Ken Connors (Thursday July 23, 2026)

Oliver Jones, the renowned Montreal jazz pianist, organist, composer and arranger, has died. He was 91 years old. Jim West is a Canadian record producer who founded Justin Time Records in 1983 after watching legendary pianist Oliver Jones perform at the Montreal club Biddle's Jazz and Ribs. This performance inspired West to launch his label, with Jones starring on its very first release. He spoke to Ken Connors.

Photo Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jacques Boissinot

Oliver Jones, the renowned Montreal jazz pianist, organist, composer and arranger, has died. He was 91 years old. Jim West is a Canadian record producer who founded Justin Time Records in 1983 after watching legendary pianist Oliver Jones perform at the Montreal club Biddle's Jazz and Ribs. This performance inspired West to launch his label, with Jones starring on its very first release. He spoke to Ken Connors.
Photo Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jacques Boissinot

Oliver Jones, the renowned Montreal jazz pianist, organist, composer and arranger, has died. He was 91 years old. Jim West is a Canadian record producer who founded Justin Time Records in 1983 after watching legendary pianist Oliver Jones perform at the Montreal club Biddle's Jazz and Ribs. This performance inspired West to launch his label, with Jones starring on its very first release. He spoke to Ken Connors.

Remembering Oliver Jones: Jazz singer Ranee Lee pays tribute

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