Peter Toner 1943-2026 RIP: HIstorian of the Canadian Irish

On the Acadiensis website, David A Wilson gives a moving obituary of Peter Toner in the form of an acute analysis of his work and its significance as well as a record of their (mostly long-distance) friendship. 

It is worth reading even if you have never heard of him, with glimpses into the strangeness of historical careers.  Wilson actually wrote this profile three years ago. Peter Toner died on August 9, 2026.