Communications pioneer Ted Rogers, who’s media empire includes The Shopping Channel, passed away at his Toronto home last night. A one-of-a-kind leader, entrepreneur and philanthropist, he grew Rogers Communications to be one of the largest and most innovative companies in Canada, currently employing over 30,000 people across the country.

Ted Rogers is survived by his wife, Loretta, their four children, Edward, Lisa, Melinda and Martha and four grandchildren.

For a glimpse of the man behind the empire, watch the video interviews of Ted Rogers we posted recently in this Blog.

For the full news story, and more about the company that has a place in so many Canadian households, visit Citynews.ca.