Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 22, 2019
• Invested on: December 15, 2020

The Honourable Donald H. Oliver, C.M., Q.C.
Halifax, Nova Scotia and Ottawa, Ontario

Don Oliver is an African-Nova Scotian lawyer and a trailblazer who broke down the barriers of systemic racism. As a member of the Senate for over two decades, he promoted equality and fairness in parliamentary institutions and the public service of Canada. He also launched a groundbreaking research study on barriers to advancement for under-represented groups that established a sound business case for diversity. His vision of an inclusive society is shared with new generations through several post-secondary scholarships and bursaries for minorities.