Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 11, 2018
• Invested on: September 04, 2019

Edward H. Garrard, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario

Ted Garrard is a champion of the charitable sector. He has enriched Canada’s culture of giving by highlighting the important role philanthropy plays in maintaining a vibrant and healthy society. He has enhanced the fund-raising abilities of various organizations and has advocated for innovative practices such as new tax incentives for donations. His leadership has benefited Western University, the United Way of Toronto & York Region, and Imagine Canada. As CEO of SickKids Foundation, he is successfully leading one of our country’s largest health care campaigns.