Ron Hewat’s broadcasting career began in 1959 when he joined CKFH in Toronto as a staff announcer. He went on to become a host and colour commentator for Toronto Maple Leafs broadcasts, progressing to play-by-play announcer for all Leafs games over the next sixteen years.

Through his involvement in Maple Leaf games, he has broadcast every Canada Cup series including the memorable 1976 series.

To his credit Ron has broadcast five Grey Cup games, assisted in production of the Bobby Orr Story on video, and did the first ever broadcast on TSN.

Ron started the original network for the Toronto Blue Jays and today is heard on numerous radio and television commercials across Canada.

Thousands of guests have attended the annual Etobicoke Sports Hall of Fame induction dinners and have had the pleasure of Ron Hewat as the Master of Ceremonies at the events.