COMPANIONS
Alan Bernstein, C.C., O.Ont.
Toronto, Ontario
For his enduring impact on Canadian health research and science policy as a visionary leader and steadfast supporter of future generations of researchers.
This is a promotion within the Order.
Clément Gascon, C.C., K.C.
Montréal, Quebec
For his exceptional contributions to Canadian law and for his deep commitment to destigmatizing mental illness, particularly within the legal community.
Leo Gerard, C.C.
Sudbury, Ontario
For his vast and influential work in labour advocacy, notably as the seventh international president of the United Steelworkers union.
OFFICERS
Johnny N. Adams, O.C., C.Q.
Kuujjuaq, Quebec
For advancing economic and social development within Indigenous communities, as an esteemed executive leader and business entrepreneur.
lax̌lax̌tkʷ Jeannette Christine Armstrong, O.C.
Penticton, British Columbia
For her contributions to Canadian literature through her novels and poetry, and for her leadership in revitalizing the Syilx Okanagan Indigenous language.
Kerry S. Courneya, O.C.
Edmonton, Alberta
For his groundbreaking research in exercise oncology which has transformed health guidelines in the treatment of a range of cancers.
Keith Stephen Dobson, O.C.
Calgary, Alberta
For his contributions as a world-leading expert in depression and anxiety, and as an advocate of mental health and wellness in Canada and abroad.
Irwin Elman, O.C.
Toronto, Ontario
For his consummate advocacy of children and youth, and for his transformational listening tours that give voice to society’s most vulnerable.
Sheree Lynn Fitch, O.C.
River John, Nova Scotia
For her outstanding contributions to children's literature and to the Canadian literary community, as a writer, poet and literacy advocate.
Haissam Haddad, O.C.
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
For his contributions to medicine, notably with the University of Ottawa Heart Institute and the University of Saskatchewan.
Chief 7IDANsuu James Hart, O.C., O.B.C.
Old Massett, Haida Gwaii, British Columbia
For his long-time contributions to Haida art and to the cultural mentoring of youth, and for raising awareness of social issues.
James Igloliorte, O.C.
St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador
For his contributions as a provincial court judge, and for his transformational leadership at the helm of prominent public inquiries.
Michael Norman George James, O.C.
Edmonton, Alberta
For his groundbreaking contributions to the field of protein crystallography.
Andy Kim, O.C.
Toronto, Ontario
For his contributions to Canadian music as a trailblazer and legendary artist.
Will Kymlicka, O.C.
Kingston, Ontario
For his prominent contributions to political philosophy, notably his application of liberal theory to multiculturalism and minority rights.
Marc Messier, O.C., M.S.C.
Montréal, Quebec
For his long-standing contributions to Quebec’s artistic and cultural landscape on stage and screen.
Kent Monkman, O.C.
Toronto, Ontario
For his achievements as one of Canada’s most dynamic contemporary artists.
Kathryn Moran, O.C.
Victoria, British Columbia
For her innovative leadership as a researcher, policy advisor and administrator in ocean engineering and climate action.
Joseph L. Pater, O.C.
Kingston, Ontario
For his outstanding contributions to the fields of cancer research and treatment, and for his leadership in cancer clinical research in Canada.
Bruce Poon Tip, O.C.
Toronto, Ontario
For his considerable pioneering impact on community-driven, sustainable tourism, at both the local and international levels.
Richard Keith Reznick, O.C.
Toronto, Ontario
For his innovative contributions to the field of medical and surgical education.
The Honourable Robert James Sharpe, O.C.
Toronto, Ontario
For his distinguished contributions to the advancement of law in Canada as both a judge and academic.
Nigel Graham Shrive, O.C.
Calgary, Alberta
For his groundbreaking contributions to structural mechanics, notably his translational and multidisciplinary research in both biomedical and civil engineering.
Masai Michael Ujiri, O.C.
Toronto, Ontario
For his contributions on and off the basketball court, as a humanitarian and an NBA president.
Jeffrey Ian Weitz, O.C.
Toronto, Ontario
For his outstanding contributions to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of clotting disorders, and for his leadership in the fields of thrombosis and hemostasis.
MEMBERS
Lydia Muriel Adams, C.M.
Glace Bay, Nova Scotia and Caledon East, Ontario
For her enduring dedication and contributions to the growth of Canadian choral music, as a leading conductor, educator, accompanist and composer.
Morag Barbara Arneil, C.M.
Vancouver, British Columbia
For her wide-ranging and impactful studies on political theory, as well as for her leadership in the political science field and her mentorship of young scholars.
Barbara Assiginaak, C.M., O.Ont.
Sucker Lake, Ontario
For her diverse contributions to contemporary music as a classically trained musician rooted in Anishinaabe teachings.
Savage Bear, C.M.
Montreal Lake Cree Nation, Saskatchewan
For her contributions to Indigenous studies and for her committed community engagement.
John William Beaucage, C.M.
Parry Sound, Ontario
For his exemplary leadership and commitment to advancing the well-being and prosperity of Indigenous communities in Canada.
Normand Caissie, C.M., O.N.B.
Richibucto, New Brunswick
For his innovative entrepreneurship and generous philanthropy, which have been major economic drivers in his community.
Sarah Alexandra Carter, C.M.
Edmonton, Alberta
For her pioneering work on Indigenous history and women’s history in Western Canada, as a distinguished scholar, professor and mentor.
Elder Harley Kim Crowshoe, C.M.
Piikani Nation, Alberta
For helping to improve the outcomes and experiences of Indigenous peoples and communities in his province and beyond.
Rola Dagher, C.M.
Oakville, Ontario
For her contributions as an inspiring and impactful leader in the technology sector, and as a champion of diversity and inclusion.
Wendy Ruth Eisen, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
For her commitment to enhancing the welfare of Jewish people and Canadian society as a whole through her philanthropy, volunteerism and activism.
Jayanne English, C.M.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
For her innovative work at the crossroads of science and art, and for making astronomy accessible to all.
John Fleetham, C.M.
Vancouver, British Columbia
For his pioneering work in sleep disorder medicine and for his mentorship of the next generation of sleep scientists.
Robert J. Foster, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
For his visionary leadership and acumen as a successful entrepreneur and for his transformational contributions to developing Toronto’s arts communities.
Thomas Fredric Garfat, C.M.
Rosemère, Quebec
For his pioneering contributions to child and youth care, both in Canada and abroad.
Joan Heather Garson, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
For her leadership and governance of numerous non-profit organizations within Jewish communities across Canada and around the world.
Paul Joseph Gauthier, C.M.
Vancouver, British Columbia
For his social entrepreneurship and for his advocacy of people living with disabilities in British Columbia.
Ronald Gold, C.M.
Scarborough, Ontario
For his pioneering work to eradicate meningitis globally and for his mentorship of the next generation of pediatric specialists.
Gary Daniel Goldberg, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
For his decades of philanthropic leadership and contributions to scientific, health, environmental and educational initiatives.
Charles William Gordon, C.M.
Ottawa, Ontario
For his exceptional body of work as a distinguished journalist and author who has educated, enlightened and entertained Canadians for decades.
Mathilde Françoise Gravelle-Bazinet, C.M.
North Bay, Ontario
For her decades of service and contributions to health care, justice and education.
Rhoda E. Howard-Hassmann, C.M.
Hamilton, Ontario
For her extensive scholarly contributions and steadfast commitment to the advancement of international human rights.
Terry Hunter, C.M.
Vancouver, British Columbia
For his visionary, community-engaged arts practise with, for and about Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, notably as executive director of Vancouver Moving Theatre.
A. Leona Irons-Cummings, C.M.
Curve Lake, Ontario
For her lifelong commitment to the responsible and sustainable management of Indigenous lands.
G. Lynn Jones, C.M.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
For her leadership in the Canadian labour movement, and in advancing equity, justice and human rights in her province and abroad.
Richard Jean L’Abbé, C.M.
Ottawa, Ontario
For his contributions to the field of explosive ordnance disposal through his company Med-Eng, and for his support of engineering students.
Richard B. Larson, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario and New Haven, Connecticut, United States of America
For his seminal contributions to our understanding of star formation and galaxy evolution, as a distinguished astronomer and astrophysicist.
John Anthony Lederer, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
For his leadership in business, and for his philanthropy in support of the community and health sectors.
Beverly Janet Lemire, C.M.
Edmonton, Alberta
For her significant contributions to the study of material culture, notably through her seminal scholarship on the history of textiles.
Daniel Levy, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario and Los Angeles, California, United States of America
For his trailblazing advocacy of 2SLGBTQI+ communities, and for advancing Canadian television as a critically acclaimed actor, writer, director and producer.
Donald Alexander MacPherson, C.M.
Vancouver, British Columbia
For his long-time advocacy of harm reduction and evidence-based approaches to drug policy reform.
Jean Eleanor Marmoreo, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
For her long-time contributions as a family doctor and specialist in women’s midlife health care, and for her advocacy of medical assistance in dying.
Don McDougall, C.M.
Stratford, Ontario
For his visionary leadership as the founding director of the Toronto Blue Jays club, and for his entrepreneurship and philanthropy.
Holly Susan McNally, C.M.
Victoria, British Columbia
For advancing Canada’s literary scene through community-based programming in support of local, regional and national independent writers and publishers.
Paul McNally, C.M.
Victoria, British Columbia
For advancing Canada’s literary scene through community-based programming in support of local, regional and national independent writers and publishers.
Robert Michaud, C.M.
Québec, Quebec
For his ongoing contributions to our understanding of marine mammals, notably in the St. Lawrence River.
Robert Edward Mitchell, C.M.
Westmount, Quebec
For his many decades of contributions to the field of intellectual property, both nationally and internationally.
Peter R. O’Brien, C.M.
Montréal, Quebec
For his committed volunteer leadership of health, education and faith-based organizations in his community.
Grant Norval Pierce, C.M., O.M.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
For his contributions as a distinguished professor in the field of pathophysiology, and for identifying the value of nutraceuticals in the prevention of cardiovascular disease.
Léo-Paul Pinet, C.M., O.N.B.
Bertrand, New Brunswick
For his decades of community service, notably with the Centre de Bénévolat de la Péninsule Acadienne Inc.
Evan Price, C.M.
Québec, Quebec
For his contributions to the betterment of society as an entrepreneur and philanthropist.
Gary Rush Purdy, C.M.
Hamilton, Ontario
For his innovative contributions to the field of materials science and engineering, and for his dedicated support for refugees, peace efforts and social justice.
Jeff Reading, C.M.
Victoria, British Columbia
For his groundbreaking contributions to Indigenous health research and for his leadership in bringing Indigenous perspectives to scientific and health institutions.
Mike H. Shaikh, C.M.
Calgary, Alberta
For his committed community volunteerism and philanthropy across numerous sectors in Calgary and Alberta.
Ann Martin Shaw, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
For her decades-long commitment to the sport of figure skating as an official, educator and mentor.
Peter Showler, C.M.
Ottawa, Ontario
For his leadership in immigration and refugee law, and for his mentorship of the next generation of refugee lawyers.
Santee Smith Tekaronhiáhkhwa, C.M.
Ohswé:ken, Six Nations of the Grand River, Ontario
For her contributions as a leading Indigenous artist in performance and dance.
Stephen Stohn, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
For his long-time contributions to the Canadian entertainment industry, notably as a television producer, lawyer, mentor and advocate for artists.
Susan Swan, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
For her contributions to Canadian literature and culture, and for her mentorship of the next generation of writers.
Norman Kiyomitsu Takeuchi, C.M.
Ottawa, Ontario
For his enduring commitment to honouring, preserving and sharing the history and heritage of Japanese Canadians.
Sally Elizabeth Thorne, C.M.
Vancouver, British Columbia
For her extensive contributions to the practice and discipline of nursing, as a researcher, academic and leader.
Mary A. Tidlund, C.M.
Canmore, Alberta
For her innovative leadership in the oil and gas industry, and for her transformational philanthropy in Canada and abroad.
Gérard Trudeau, C.M.
Mont-Saint-Hilaire, Quebec
For his groundbreaking contributions to agriculture and to the fruit and vegetable industry, as a tireless business leader and sought-after mentor.
Carole Vivier, C.M., O.M.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
For her leadership in Manitoba’s film and music industry, bolstering the province’s reputation as a thriving arts scene and international cultural hub.
Keith R. Walley, C.M.
Vancouver, British Columbia
For his innovative and translational research in the field of sepsis and septic shock.
Savannah Tennessee Elaine Walling, C.M.
Vancouver, British Columbia
For her visionary, community-engaged arts practise with, for and about Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, notably as artistic director of Vancouver Moving Theatre.
Clifford A. Wallis, C.M.
Calgary, Alberta
For his dedication to advancing nature conservation and restoration in Alberta, as an esteemed biologist and naturalist.
Daniel Marc Weinstock, C.M.
Montréal, Quebec
For his exemplary contributions to the advancement of political philosophy, public policy and social justice in Canada, as a renowned ethicist, philosopher and public intellectual.
Samuel Weiss, C.M.
Calgary, Alberta
For his groundbreaking discoveries in neuroscience that have led to novel approaches in the treatment of brain disorders.
Thomas Cunningham Wilson, C.M.
Hamilton, Ontario
For his multifaceted contributions to the arts in Canada, notably as an iconic musician, as well as for his advocacy of Indigenous communities in Canada.
Michael Wulder, C.M.
Victoria, British Columbia
For his internationally recognized innovations in the field of remote sensing for mapping and monitoring land cover.