Sadlon was a longtime successful business owner in Barrie, and founded Paul Sadlon Motors on Bayfield Street, his automotive dealership, in 1971
Prominent Barrie businessman and philanthropist Paul Sadlon Sr. has died. He was 93.
His passing was announced prior to tonight’s Ontario Hockey League game between the Barrie Colts and the London Knights.
According to people in attendance at Sadlon Arena, the sports facility which bears his name, Sadlon’s death was announced on the scoreboard and to the crowd, followed by a moment of silence.
Sadlon, a longtime successful business owner in Barrie, founded Paul Sadlon Motors on Bayfield Street, his automotive dealership, in 1971.
The former Barrie Molson Centre was renamed Sadlon Arena after city council approved a 10-year naming rights agreement worth over $1.7 million.
Sadlon and his family were “an integral part” of bringing the Sadlon Centre for Health, Wellness and Sciences to fruition at Georgian College, through their $2-million donation in 2011, according to the school at the time.
He was also known for supporting many community causes and events through his dealership, and has given to the Simcoe County Newcomer Recognition Awards, Barrie Pride, the Bradford Lion’s Club and the Bradford West Gwillimbury Library and Cultural Centre.