Bruce was born on October 23, 1954 in Victoria, BC to parents David and Doreen Carmichael. He was a beloved son, brother, father, uncle, grandad and friend. Bruce is survived by his siblings Brian (Ann), Ian and Jeannie, his children Erin (Brett), Adrian (Rosanna), Julian, his grandchildren Nicholas and Gus, his former spouse and close friend Nicola, and his nephews and their families.
An advocate for the environment, Bruce was committed to the well-being and care of B.C’s lakes and rivers, within his career at the Ministry of Environment.
During the 80’s, Bruce was living in Prince George, throwing legendary themed parties at his house on 5th Avenue. There he met Nicola and embraced a new family with Adrian and Julian. Later, they would adopt Erin.
Never one to sit still for long, Bruce designed, and with the help of many friends, built a timber frame cabin on Purden Lake, and later, a trail on the lake's north shore. He could be found skiing at Otway, swimming with the Master’s program, birdwatching and hiking - especially in England with Phil, and volunteering around town.
As an avid gardener, you may have received a ‘Cedar Street tomato’, started from seed each spring. In the kitchen, he was always spicing up many curries and sauces, and there was never a Christmas without his home-made eggnog.
Above all, Bruce was dedicated to his family and many friends.
