Officer of the Order of Canada
Donovan Bailey, O.C., O.Ont.
Oakville, Ontario
Sports legend Donovan Bailey is one of the fastest sprinters of all time. His gold-medal performances are among the most iconic moments in sports history, and he was the first to hold the titles of world champion, Olympic champion and world-record title-holder concurrently. An inspiration both on and off the track, he motivates and encourages youth as a committed speaker and mentor. In retirement, he devotes his time as an entrepreneur, board member and philanthropist, and remains a steadfast advocate for clean sports and fair play.
