Todd Lewis, a senator representing Saskatchewan and a longtime advocate for the agricultural sector, has died at the age of 65. The announcement was made Saturday by Raymond Gagne, Speaker of the Senate, who described Lewis as a “steadfast champion of Saskatchewan’s agricultural sector.”

Lewis was appointed to the Senate on February 7, 2025, by then-Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. During his tenure, he worked to promote the interests of farmers and rural communities, drawing on his extensive experience as a Saskatchewan farmer.

For more than four decades, Lewis operated a farm near Gray, Saskatchewan, about 39 kilometres south of Regina. His deep roots in farming shaped his advocacy work, which included five years as president of the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan. He also held leadership roles in several community organizations throughout his life.

Prime Minister Mark Carney issued a statement praising Lewis for his public service, highlighting his commitment to rural communities and his understanding of farming as a responsibility that extends beyond economic livelihood to stewardship of the land and future generations.

Before his appointment to the Senate, Lewis was actively involved in local governance and community service. He served on a local school board, spent more than 20 years as a council member for the rural municipality of Lajord, and volunteered as a firefighter. He also held the position of board president for his community rink, reflecting his broad engagement with his community.

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe also expressed condolences, acknowledging Lewis as a community leader and an advocate for the province.

Lewis’s career combined agriculture, local leadership, and national political service, marking him as a prominent figure in advocating for Saskatchewan’s farming sector and rural communities.