Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 12, 2016
• Invested on: February 17, 2017

For his contributions to promoting and developing horticulture education in Canada and for his ability to explain how Canadians can protect the environment.

Mark Cullen is Canada’s most beloved gardener. Through his television appearances, radio programs, newspapers columns and books, he has helped and encouraged countless gardeners and farmers grow sustainable, healthy produce. He is also highly respected for his environmental advocacy, and actively participates in developing horticultural and educational programs across the country. Notably, he is the founding chair of the Highway of Heroes Living Tribute, a non-profit organization dedicated to planting trees along the Highway of Heroes—one tree for every Canadian military member lost during times of war.

Mark Cullen is Canada’s most beloved gardener. Through his television appearances, radio programs, newspapers columns and books, he has helped and encouraged countless gardeners and farmers grow sustainable, healthy produce. He is also highly respected for his environmental advocacy, and actively participates in developing horticultural and educational programs across the country. Notably, he is the founding chair of the Highway of Heroes Living Tribute, a non-profit organization dedicated to planting trees along the Highway of Heroes—one tree for every Canadian military member lost during times of war.