Member of the Order of Canada
- Awarded on: November 9, 2022
- Invested on: December 12, 2024
Hamlin Washington Grange, C.M.
Courtice, Ontario
Hamlin Grange is a passionate change agent for social justice. Devoted to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion, he founded the diversity consultancy DiversiPro and co-founded the non-profit organization Innoversity. A former journalist and beloved mentor, he is praised for his efforts to increase the representation and participation of racialized groups in society and media. As a volunteer with the YMCA of Greater Toronto, the Toronto Police Services Board, and the Responsible Gambling Council, he continues to strive towards a more inclusive Canada.