Family, friends, and Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit gather to honor the life and legacy of Ian Pinard, the former DASPA CEO, who passed away at 54.
Dominica: The family and friends gathered for a memorial service in remembrance of former Chief Executive Officer of the Dominica Air and Sea Ports Authority (DASPA), Ian Pinard, who passed away on April 17, 2026, at the age of 54. The service celebrated Pinard’s life and legacy.
The service took place at the Pointe Michel Playing Field on the Thursday, April 30, 2026, where many family members, friends, colleagues and the community had gathered to celebrate his life and the legacy he left behind.
Former C.E.O. Ian Pinard, who dedicated 20 years of his life to both public service and positions bringing national development, had unexpectedly passed away two weeks ago, sending shockwaves throughout the country and leaving Dominica and the region in mourning
Among those present at the memorial was Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit who, once again, extended his condolences to the family and loved ones and proceeded to speak of his relationship with Ian Pinard, describing their encounters as both “personal, professional and political.”
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During his address, Dr. Skerrit spoke of Ian’s journey of being a Parliamentary Representative for the Soufriere Constituency where he pushed for the $40 million sea defence wall to be constructed.
That sea wall is a lasting legacy of Ian’s representation of that constituency. The sea wall has really transformed the lives and the communities of the communities of Soufriere, Gallion, and Scotts Head; it has certainly enhanced their safety and the value of their properties, stated Dr. Skerrit.
Skerrit went on to speak about the Union Estate in Pointe Michel and the road projects, adding that wherever Ian Pinard had served, he was a man of action, dedicated and committed to advancing the lives of the people.
He has made such a huge contribution at a young age into this country. As the Prime Minister, I could always rely on Ian to get the job done because of his passion, diligence, commitment to hard work and his perseverance. Wherever he was, Ian excelled beyond comprehension, declared Skerrit.
The National Leader encouraged those present to honour the life of Ian Pinard by leading a life of compassion and love for people, appreciating, encouraging and strengthening them while they are still here.