Officer of the Order of Canada
Masai Michael Ujiri, O.C.
Toronto, Ontario
Masai Ujiri is an admired leader in the sports industry. Vice-chair and president of basketball operations for the Toronto Raptors, he is the architect behind the team’s first-ever NBA championship. Moreover, his impact on the sport stretches well beyond Canada. Co-founder of Giants of Africa, he uses basketball to educate and enrich the lives of youth across the continent, and creates opportunities for players both on and off the court.