James Simpkins, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

James Simpkins

Canadian cartoonist

Date of Birth: 26-Nov-1910

Place of Birth: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Date of Death: 01-Feb-2004

Profession: animator, postage stamp designer

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

James Nathaniel "Jim" Simpkins (November 26, 1910 – February 1, 2004) was a Winnipeg-born Canadian cartoonist and artist.
He was one of the original artists for the National Film Board and worked for them for many years before launching a successful freelancing career.
His cartoon character Jasper the Bear was famous throughout Canada from 1948 to 1972 and remains as the mascot of Jasper National Park.