Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 22, 2019
• Invested on: November 17, 2022

Paul Born, C.M.
Waterloo, Ontario

Paul Born is a long-standing advocate for social change and the elimination of poverty. As co-founder and president of the Tamarack Institute, he is also the director of Vibrant Communities Canada, a nationwide initiative involving cities committed to reducing poverty through community engagement and collaboration. A teacher and author, he is considered a leader for his ability to work with residents and community organizers to develop sustainable plans that benefit communities over the long term.