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The Honourable Irving Russell Gerstein

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Order of Canada

  • Member of the Order of Canada

    Awarded on: 1999-10-21
    Invested on: 2000-02-09
    A respected businessman and a loyal and diligent volunteer and philanthropist, he devotes his time and energy to support a variety of organizations. During his seven year chairmanship at Mount Sinai Hospital, he played a seminal role in the creation and development of the world famous Samuel Lunenfeld Research Institute. His benevolence strengthens the belief that giving back to one's community is a lasting measure of success.