Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 3, 2011
• Invested on: May 25, 2012

As a philanthropist, Jeffrey Skoll has pursued a unique vision. Former president of eBay and innovator of its successful business model, he has created organizations that encourage philanthropy and engage social entrepreneurs in addressing the world's most pressing problems. As chairman of Participant Media, he also produces compelling films that raise public awareness of social issues and inspire action. His Canadian causes include the CAPE Fund for Aboriginal entrepreneurship and the University of Toronto's groundbreaking dual-degree program in engineering and business.