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Nadir Mohamed, former CEO of Rogers Communications and a key figure in Canada’s tech ecosystem, has passed away at the age of 69 after battling cancer. Mohamed, who joined Rogers in 2000, was instrumental in the company’s growth and served as CEO from 2009 to 2013. Beyond his corporate achievements, he was integral in advancing Canada’s tech sector, serving as chair of Digital Media Zone (DMZ) at Toronto Metropolitan University and co-founding ScaleUP Ventures (now Climate Innovation Capital). His contributions were recognized with the Order of Canada in 2019. Mohamed was not only a business leader but also a mentor and a guiding light in the entrepreneurial community, with involvement in the Vector Institute and Next Canada. His death has left a significant impact on the Canadian tech and business community, where he was remembered for his kindness, leadership, and dedication to fostering opportunities for underrepresented groups.