Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 19, 2012
• Invested on: November 18, 2015

For his contributions as an entrepreneur and innovator in the field of medical technology, and for his support for a wide variety of charitable organizations.

Mitchell Baran was a model of engagement in OntarioÆs health sciences community. As the long-standing CEO of Trudell Medical Limited, he shaped the firm into a global supplier of medical devices for patients suffering from respiratory ailments. An advocate for CanadaÆs knowledge economy, he generously supported research at Canadian hospitals, as well as at Western University, and was the founding chairman of LetÆs Talk Science, which promotes science literacy among students.

The insignia presented to the late Mr. Mitchell Baran will be received by his son, Mr. George Baran.