Rick Mauran was a recluse in life and a recluse in death.

He was both one of Canada’s greatest citizens and one of its least known. His anonymity stymied his profile. Privacy was paramount for him.

The major force behind the founding of both Swiss Chalet and Harvey’s restaurants in the 1950s, Mauran didn’t want anyone to know about him and his exploits while he accrued a lifetime of monumental success.

He was both one of Canada’s greatest citizens and one of its least known. His anonymity stymied his profile. Privacy was paramount for him.{ai:summary}<p>Rick Mauran, a Canadian recluse, was a powerful figure behind Swiss Chalet and Harvey's restaurants, yet remained unknown due to his obsession with privacy. His remarkable achievements were overshadowed by his desire to remain in the shadows. #society</p>

Rick Mauran, the force behind Swiss Chalet and Harvey's, died two years ago, but he didn't want you to know

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