Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 8, 2014
• Invested on: May 08, 2015

For his achievements as a business leader and for his generosity in support of education, health care and entrepreneurship.

Raymond Chang believed in making a difference. After working in his family’s bakery business in Jamaica, he came to Canada to pursue his post-secondary studies and to seek new opportunities. He went on to establish a leading financial services company and devoted himself to giving back to his adopted home. Chancellor emeritus of Ryerson University, he was well known for his engagement and philanthropy in health care, education and entrepreneurship. His sustained generosity helped transform lives and entire communities in Canada and in the Caribbean.