Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 14, 2023
• Invested on: December 11, 2025

George Edward MacDonald, C.M.
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

Edward MacDonald is an eminent scholar on the history of Prince Edward Island. A professor at the University of PEI and a former curator of the PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation, he is celebrated for his meticulous research and prolific writings. A legend in the local heritage community and a sought-after consultant, he is a revered mentor to students in the fields of history and heritage conservation.