Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 20, 2014
• Invested on: November 18, 2015

For his studies in Latin American history and politics, and for his role in advancing academic and cultural ties within our hemisphere.

Through tireless professional and public advocacy, Edgar J. Dosman made the case that Canada could play an influential role in Latin America’s pursuit of democratic governance, peace, and economic and social progress. A gifted educator and long-time professor at York University, he was the first executive director of the Canadian Foundation for the Americas and was an early proponent of Canada’s increased engagement with the western hemisphere. As the author of numerous publications, he has made immeasurable contributions to the study of international relations and development in Canada, and has had a formative influence on a generation of students.