Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 2, 2013
• Invested on: May 07, 2014

For his dedicated service to the community, notably in promoting interfaith dialogue, health and humanitarian causes.

Rabbi Reuven BulkaÆs dedication and inspiring leadership have enriched the lives of many Canadians. Rabbi of Congregation Machzikei Hadas for more than 45 years, he has also shared his faith and counsel as an author, broadcaster and regular newspaper columnist. A blood donor 345 times, he is best known for his tireless community involvement in interfaith dialogue, health care and humanitarian causes, including the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation Courage Campaign, the Trillium Gift of Life Network, and Kindness Week, which he founded.