September 1, 2005
OTTAWA - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, Governor General of Canada, will preside
at the last investiture ceremony of the Order of Canada of her mandate at Rideau Hall on Friday, September 9, 2005,
at 10:00 a.m.
The Governor General, who is Chancellor and Principal Companion of the Order, will present 48 recipients with their insignia
of membership. One Companion, 11 Officers and 36 Members will be invested.
The Order of Canada recognizes people who have made a difference to our country. From local citizens to national and international
personalities, all Canadians are eligible for the Order of Canada, our country's highest honour for lifetime achievement.
Three different levels of membership honour people whose accomplishments vary in degree and scope: Companion, Officer and
Member.
The Order of Canada was established in 1967 to recognize outstanding achievement and service in various fields of human
endeavour. Appointments are made on the recommendation of an advisory council, chaired by the Chief Justice of Canada. The
motto of the Order is Desiderantes meliorem patriam"They desire a better country".
A media schedule for the investiture ceremony (Annex A), a complete list of recipients (Annex B), a backgrounder (Annex
C) and the Citations (Annex D) are attached.
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ANNEX A
Members of the media are asked to observe the following schedule:
9:30 a.m. Media arrive at Rideau Hall
10:00 a.m. Ceremony begins
Entrance of Their Excellencies
The Governor General speaks
The Governor General presents the insignia
(Members first, followed by Officers and Companions)
11:30 a.m. Media interviews with recipients
ANNEX B
LIST OF RECIPIENTS
COMPANIONS
Moshe Safdie, C.C.
* This is a promotion within the Order
Somerville, Massachusetts, U.S.A. and Montreal, Quebec
OFFICERS
Susan Aglukark, O.C.
Oakville, Ontario and Arviat, Nunavut
Stewart L. Blusson, O.C.
Vancouver, British Columbia
J. Richard Bond, O.C.
Toronto, Ontario
Marlene Brant Castellano, O.C., O.Ont.
Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, Ontario
Richard J. Currie, O.C.
* This is a promotion within the Order
Toronto, Ontario
Roderick D. Fraser, O.C.
Edmonton, Alberta
Walter E. Harris, O.C.
Hazelton, British Columbia
Alexina Louie, O.C., O.Ont.
Toronto , Ontario
Roy MacGregor, O.C.
Kanata , Ontario
Trina McQueen, O.C.
Toronto , Ontario
Irene F. Whittome, O.C.
Montreal, Quebec
MEMBERS
Keith G. Banting, C.M.
Kingston, Ontario
Cynthia Baxter, C.M.
Ottawa, Ontario
Marie Bourgeois, C.M.
Pitt Meadows, British Columbia
Jean Ellen (Jinnie) Bradshaw, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
Francis H. Cabot, C.M.
* Honorary Member
Cold Spring , New York, U.S.A. and La Malbaie, Quebec
Robert Daudelin, C.M.
Montreal, Quebec
Guillermo de Andrea, C.M.
Montreal, Quebec
Rita Shelton Deverell, C.M.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
J. Chalmers Doane, C.M.
Maitland, Nova Scotia
Denise Donlon, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
Renée Dupuis, C.M.
Quebec City, Quebec
Robert Enright, C.M.
Winnipeg , Manitoba
Brian P. Etherington, C.M.
Shelburne, Ontario
Jean Gray, C.M.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Yvan Guindon, C.M.
Montreal, Quebec
Anne Hart, C.M.
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Paul Hoffert, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
Frederick G. Horgan, C.M.
Saint John, New Brunswick
Gary Hyland, C.M.
Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan
Robert Krembil, C.M.
Schomberg, Ontario
Jacques Lévesque, C.M., C.Q.
Montreal, Quebec
Suzanne Lévesque, C.M.
Montreal, Quebec
Frank Ling, C.M.
Ottawa, Ontario
Roderick J. MacLennan, C.M.
Truro, Nova Scotia
Margaret Ann McCaig, C.M.
Calgary, Alberta
Nancy McKinstry, C.M.
Vancouver, British Columbia
Takashi Murakami, C.M.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Patrick R. Nixon, C.M.
Calgary, Alberta
Mark J. Poznansky, C.M., O.Ont.
London, Ontario
Uriash Puqiqnak, C.M.
Gjoa Haven , Nunavut
Diane Richler, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
Michael P. Robinson, C.M.
Calgary, Alberta
Noralou Roos, C.M.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Gordon Tootoosis, C.M.
Cut Knife, Saskatchewan
Eleanor Wachtel, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
Hugh Winsor, C.M.
Ottawa , Ontario
ANNEX C
Order of Canada Backgrounder
The Order of Canada was established in 1967 to recognize outstanding achievement and service in various fields of human
endeavour. It is our country's highest honour for lifetime achievement.
Three different levels of membershipCompanion, Officer and Memberhonour people whose accomplishments vary in degree
and scope.
Appointments are made on the recommendation of an advisory council, chaired by the Chief Justice of Canada. The Governor
General is the Chancellor and Principal Companion of the Order.
Membership in the Advisory Council reflects the diversity and excellence in Canadian society. Certain Advisory Council
members are appointed by virtue of their office; others are appointed to the Council for a fixed term to achieve a balanced
representation of the various regions of the country.
As of June 29, 2005, the members of the Council were:
The Right Honourable Beverley McLachlin, P.C., Chief Justice of Canada (Chair)
The Honourable Thomas R. Berger, O.C.
Mrs. Ruth Miriam Goldbloom, O.C.
Mr. Richard Francis Haskayne, O.C.
Mr. Alex Himelfarb, Clerk of the Privy Council and Secretary to the Cabinet
Mr. Tom Jackson, O.C.
Miss Karen Kain, C.C., Chair, Canada Council for the Arts
Mrs. Judith A. LaRocque, C.V.O., Deputy Minister, Canadian Heritage
Mr. Peter MacKinnon, Chairman of the Board, Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada
The Honourable Antonine Maillet, P.C., C.C., O.Q.
Mr. Gilles Paquet, C.M., President, the Royal Society of Canada
Any group or individual is welcome to nominate deserving individuals as candidates for appointment.
Any Canadian may be nominated for the Order of Canada. The only exceptions are federal and provincial politicians and
judges, who may not be appointed while holding office.
Non-Canadians may be considered for honorary appointments.
There are no posthumous awards.
ANNEX D
CITATIONS
MEMBERS
Keith G. Banting, C.M.
Kingston, Ontario
A renowned scholar and administrator, Keith Banting has made outstanding contributions to the development and understanding
of social policy in Canada. Known for his impeccable research and inspiring leadership, he is a professor at Queen's University
and former director of its School of Policy Studies. Under his stewardship, the School has become one of our nation's pre-eminent
institutions in this field. He has written and published extensively on numerous contemporary issues, including income security,
federalism, health policy and comparative politics. Widely respected by his peers, he has also served as vice-president
of the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada.
Cynthia Baxter, C.M.
Ottawa, Ontario
Many organizations have benefited from her dedication and expertise. A committed volunteer, Cynthia Baxter has played
a fundamental role in the success of the Community Foundation of Ottawa. Through the Forum for Young Canadians, she has
helped promote cross-cultural exchanges among francophone and anglophone communities across the country. Committed to accessibility
as well as excellence in education, she is the former vice-president of International Baccalaureate North America and was
the founding president of the CODE Foundation, which helps to promote literacy in Africa and South America. A generous yet
humble philanthropist, she has helped a number of causes, notably brain tumour research at the Montreal Neurological Institute.
Marie Bourgeois, C.M.
Pitt Meadows, British Columbia
Executive Director of La Maison de la francophonie de Vancouver, Marie Bourgeois is known for her unwavering commitment
to the promotion of the French language and culture. Through her unparalleled leadership and work on the boards of various
francophone organizations in British Columbia, she has campaigned to represent, promote and advance the interests and rights
of Francophone women and parents in British Columbia. She has provided exemplary proof that a language and culture can thrive
in a minority situation.
Jean Ellen (Jinnie) Bradshaw, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
The quintessential volunteer, Jinnie Bradshaw has made a positive and lasting difference in the provision of health care
services for patients and their families. She has played a leading role as a founder and past president of Hope Air, a national
charitable organization that provides free air transportation to Canadians in need of medical treatment or diagnosis not
available in their area. Bringing her vast experience in the voluntary and health care sectors to her role as a director
of Cancer Care Ontario, the Centre for Women's Health Research and the Princess Margaret and Women's College hospitals,
she has been an effective and tireless leader.
Francis H. (Frank) Cabot, C.M.
Cold Spring, New York, U.S.A. and La Malbaie, Quebec
Honorary Member of the Order of Canada
Frank Cabot has created one of the most beautiful gardens in the world, Les Jardins de Quatre-Vents, in the historic area
of La Malbaie ( Murray Bay) in Quebec. Gardeners everywhere consider him to be the finest example of creating, changing
and tending gardens for which his own 28 acre property forms a model. He has performed great services as a conservationist,
horticulturist and philanthropist, always staying out of the limelight but contributing to the common good through his ideas
of beauty and his remarkable commitment to growing things. His book, The Greater Perfection -- The Story of The Gardens
at Les Quatre Vents, is a masterpiece of sensitivity to Canadian nature.
Robert Daudelin, C.M.
Montreal, Quebec
For more than 40 years, Robert Daudelin has dedicated himself to the history of both Canadian and foreign cinema.
He is involved in many areas, such as the Conseil québécois pour la diffusion du cinéma [ Quebec council for film diffusion],
the Montreal International Film Festival, and as a writer and contibutor with various publications. But his name is most
closely tied to the Cinémathèque québécoise. For three decades he has promoted and developed this institution, which, under
his governance, has become one of the world's most important film archive conservation centres. Self-taught in his field,
he has served as Chair of the International Federation of Film Archives. In 2003, he received a Special Genie Award for
his exceptional contribution to the Canadian film industry.
Guillermo de Andrea, C.M.
Montreal, Quebec
Imbued with an original vision and inspired by various cultures, Guillermo de Andrea has enriched our theatrical
life. In his productions drawing on varied universes, he has staged real masterpieces and introduced us to some gripping
contemporary works. The artistic director for many years at the Théâtre du Trident and Théâtre du Rideau Vert, as well
as for the show Le
Pays de la Sagouine, he has lent his talents to other major institutions in the world of theatre. A passionate teacher
and promoter of the arts, he has also nurtured the next generation, instructing at the Conservatoire d'art dramatique
de Québec and Université Laval, among others.
Rita Shelton Deverell, C.M.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Rita Deverell's career in journalism has been one of pioneering innovation and creativity. With an unceasing drive for
social justice, she is one of the first Black women in Canada to be a television host and a network executive. Since the
1970s at CBC Regina, she has focused on telling the stories of those whose voices are not often heard. A founder of Vision
TV, the world's first multi-faith and multicultural network, she held several senior positions there as well as the network
anchor job. She now heads news and current affairs at the Aboriginal Peoples Television Network. An inspiring mentor and
teacher, she serves as a role model for young journalists and audiences alike.
J. Chalmers Doane, C.M.
Maitland, Nova Scotia
With the help of a ukulele, Chalmers Doane taught thousands of children to play an instrument and experience the joy of
music. As a music supervisor in Halifax schools in the 1960s, he introduced this novel approach to education, resulting
in an exponential increase in the numbers of students interested in band, string and choral music. His innovative pedagogy
has been a model to school boards across the country. He has also founded bands and orchestras in the community and served
as a director with Symphony Nova Scotia and the Neptune Theatre. This accomplished musician currently makes music with the
jazz-inspired Chalmers Doane Trio, playing the piano, clarinet and fiddle, as well as the ukulele.
Denise A. Donlon, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
She has dedicated her career to promoting and contributing to the development of Canadian artists. Whether as an on-air
personality, producer or executive behind the scenes, Denise Donlon displayed vision and creativity in shaping the medium
of music television in this country. She is credited with raising social awareness among MuchMusic's large demographic of
young people by addressing issues such as racism, literacy and politics. Possessing a unique knowledge of the marketplace,
she was later recruited to head Sony Music Canada. Over the years, she has generously contributed her time and used her
industry contacts to benefit numerous charities, including War Child Canada.
Renée Dupuis, C.M.
Quebec City, Quebec
Renée Dupuis has spent more than three decades fighting for social justice. A lawyer specializing in Aboriginal
rights, human rights and administrative law, she is known for her commitment to promoting Aboriginal self-government
in Canada. The chief commissioner of the Indian Claims Commission, she is also a sought-after speaker and author of such
important works as Justice for Canada's Aboriginal Peoples. She has taught at the École nationale d'administration publique
(ENAP), where she designed training programs for human rights and the development of democratic institutions. Also known
for her contribution to the advancement of women's issues, she was a member of the group that created the Centre de santé des
femmes de Québec.
Robert Enright, C.M.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
This cultural journalist has shared his great enthusiasm for the contemporary arts for over two decades. Known for his
thoughtful, incisive and authoritative writing, Robert Enright is the founding editor, and currently senior contributing
editor, of the highly praised magazine Border Crossings. Unfailing in his support of emerging artists and of the
Manitoba arts scene, he has also served as a cultural affairs reporter for CBC Radio, as a contributor to the Globe
and Mail and as a research professor in art criticism at the University of Guelph.
Brian P. Etherington, C.M.
Shelburne, Ontario
Through his selfless dedication and tireless efforts, Brian Etherington has made a remarkable contribution to the lives
of thousands of Canadian athletes with an intellectual disability. During his many years of voluntary leadership with Special
Olympics Canada, and later as Chairman of its Foundation, he has promoted greater awareness and funding for competitors.
In 1983, he co-founded the Sports Celebrities Festival, a yearly event that has raised millions of dollars for the Special
Olympics. He has also generously shared his time with several community and not-for-profit organizations, including Big
Brothers of Metropolitan Toronto and Cops Helping Kids.
Jean Gray, C.M.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Professor Emeritus of medical education, medicine and pharmacology at Dalhousie University, Jean Gray is a gifted leader,
exceptional teacher and role model. One of Canada's outstanding medical educators, she has developed tools to better evaluate
residents in training and has championed mentoring programs for women medical students. Her determined leadership has benefited
numerous organizations, including the Canadian Association for Medical Education, the Institute of Gender and Health at
the Canadian Institutes of Health Research and the Atlantic Centre of Excellence for Women's Health.
Yvan Guindon, C.M.
Montreal, Quebec
Yvan Guindon has made an exemplary contribution to the advancement of our biopharmaceutical knowledge for the
purpose of developing new medicines. During his career, this eminent chemist has gained a fine reputation for his
research in therapeutical chemistry, which has led to more than 45 patents. He has held leading positions in major pharmaceutical
companies, including Merck Frosst Canada. Formerly the Chief Executive Officer and Scientific Director of the Institut
de recherches cliniques de Montréal, he is currently the Director of its Bio-organic Chemistry Laboratory. Also a professor at the Université de
Montréal and McGill University, he inspires scientific excellence in a new generation of researchers.
Anne Hart, C.M.
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
With creativity and vision, Anne Hart has made lasting contributions to the cultural life of her province. As Head of
the Memorial University Libraries' Centre for Newfoundland Studies, she was instrumental in building a priceless and internationally
renowned collection of Newfoundlandiana. These heritage books and documents will provide generations of students, scholars
and the public with a record of the history of Newfoundland and Labrador. A highly regarded author and poet, she has been
a tireless champion of the literary community, supporting and promoting her fellow writers. Her leadership has also benefited
local, provincial and national organizations working in the areas of heritage, literacy and human rights.
Paul Hoffert, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
He is multitalented, determined and a visionary. Paul Hoffert is a founding member of the rock group Lighthouse
and an award-winning composer who has scored countless feature films and television productions. A teacher at the
Faculty of Fine Arts at York University, he founded the University's CulTech Research Centre and is a renowned expert on
new media and technology. A founding director of the Canadian Independent Record Producers Association and the Academy of
Canadian Cinema and Television, he was instrumental in bringing about the Gemini and Gémeaux awards. He was the first artist
to chair the Ontario Arts Council and he continues to lend his leadership to numerous arts organizations and to the Bell
Broadcast and New Media Fund.
Frederick G. Horgan, C.M.
Saint John, New Brunswick
His passion for basketball has influenced the game around the world. An internationally recognized expert on the rules
of basketball, Frederick Horgan has volunteered his time and expertise to the development of this sport for more than 35
years. A founding member of the Canadian Association of Basketball Officials, he is recognized as an exceptional instructor
who has authored educational materials that have been instrumental in the training of referees. One of only 13 clinicians
in the world approved by the International Basketball Federation to conduct certification clinics for officials, he is highly
respected for his leadership, objectivity and outstanding commitment to the game.
Gary Hyland, C.M.
Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan
Gary Hyland has made outstanding contributions to his province's cultural life. An accomplished poet and co-founder of
Coteau Books, he served on the executive of the Saskatchewan Writers Guild and was highly regarded as a high school English
teacher. In the mid 1990s, he conceived and established the Saskatchewan Festival of Words, which has attracted prominent
writers from across the country. Renowned for his commitment to local arts organizations, he was also the driving force
behind the development of the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre to showcase the visual and performing arts.
Robert Krembil, C.M.
Schomberg, Ontario
Considered one of North America's most respected money managers, Robert Krembil is a co-founder of Trimark Financial Corporation.
During his tenure as Chairman, assets increased dramatically, a direct result of his leadership, financial acumen and integrity.
A generous philanthropist, he is a major contributor to the University Health Network, the Robarts Research Centre and the
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. By funding vital research, he quietly assists Canadians living with diseases like
Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, epilepsy and cancer, as well as those with injuries such as spinal cord trauma.
Jacques Lévesque, C.M., C.Q.
Montreal, Quebec
Jacques Lévesque is one of our leading specialists in the international relations of the Communist world, Russia, and
the republics that emerged from the former Soviet Union. He is a professor and former dean of the faculty of political science
and law at UQAM (Université du Québec à Montréal), where he established the department of political science and the Centre
d'études des politiques étrangères et de sécurité. He has written authoritative works that have been translated into several
languages. In view of his extensive knowledge, he has been appointed to research and teaching positions in prestigious
foreign institutions. He is recognized for the judgment and leadership that he brings and has served in particular as
vice-president of the Royal Society of Canada.
Suzanne Lévesque, C.M.
Montreal, Quebec
Suzanne Lévesque stands out for all the work she has done in the voluntary and philanthropic sector. As head of the Fondation
J.-Louis Lévesque, she has quietly provided considerable financial support for organizations in health and education. In
particular, she has made it possible to establish several chairs, including one in immunovirology at Sainte-Justine Hospital.
She has played a leading role in the development of the Université de Moncton. She has also given of her time to organizations
such as the Fondation du Père Lindsay pour le Camp Musical de Lanaudière and the Fondation du Théâtre du Rideau Vert.
Frank Ling, C.M.
Ottawa, Ontario
An architect and business consultant by profession, Frank Ling has a long and distinguished record of community service.
Former Chair of the Ottawa Police Services Board and the Canadian Museum of Nature, he has helped direct many other organizations,
including the Community Foundation of Ottawa and Carleton University. In addition, this compassionate and dedicated humanitarian
has helped promote multiculturalism and strengthen race relations through his participation in advisory bodies at the community,
provincial and national levels.
Roderick J. MacLennan, C.M.
Truro, Nova Scotia
Roderick MacLennan is a champion of young people in Nova Scotia. A passionate supporter of education and the arts, he
created and heads a foundation that funds young performers as well as music and theatre groups in Colchester County and
Cape Breton Island. A man of vision and integrity, he chaired the Nova Scotia Royal Commission on Post-Secondary Education,
which resulted in important and lasting policy changes. This retired businessman and dedicated volunteer has also been an
active leader with the Canadian Blood Services, Dalhousie University and the Scouts Canada Foundation.
Margaret Ann McCaig, C.M.
Calgary, Alberta
Ann McCaig's tireless efforts have worked miracles, one teenager at a time. Volunteer chair and the driving force
behind the Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre (AARC), a not-for-profit long-term treatment program for chemically
dependent adolescents, she has enabled the agency to flourish and become a beacon of hope for young addicts and their families.
As Chancellor of the University of Calgary, she led the successful "Delivering Results" fundraising campaign. Notwithstanding
the demands of a busy career, she has an impressive record of sustained community service and philanthropy in support
of numerous organizations.
Nancy McKinstry, C.M.
Vancouver, British Columbia
Nancy McKinstry is committed to making a difference in the lives of women. She has championed fairness and leadership
opportunities for women in the investment industry as a senior executive with Odlum Brown Limited. Passionate and dynamic,
she has served as a founding member and chair of the Minerva Foundation for BC Women, an organization dedicated to helping
women realize their educational and professional goals. She has been the driving force behind many projects, including bursary,
mentorship and abuse prevention programs.
Takashi Murakami, C.M.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Takashi Murakami has drawn on his creativity and multicultural experience to elevate food preparation to an art form.
This award-winning chef has presented our culinary identity and promoted our products on the world stage in many competitions.
He has also served as a coach for Culinary Team Canada and has shared his passion and high standards with countless young
people who have apprenticed in his kitchen. A warm-hearted man, he has shown great dedication to Share Our Strength Winnipeg,
an organization that raises funds for hunger relief and nutrition education programs.
Patrick R. Nixon, C.M.
Calgary, Alberta
Executive Director of the Mustard Seed Street Ministry since 1984, Pat Nixon draws on his own life experience to help
others escape the cycle of addiction. Over the years, he has built strong partnerships, uniting the wider community's efforts
to support its homeless citizens. The Mustard Seed has more than 3 000 volunteers who provide support to more than 450 people
daily, offering services like a drop-in centre, a step-up program and newly expanded shelter facilities. A popular public
speaker, he motivates others to action and sensitizes audiences to the great need among Calgary's less fortunate.
Mark J. Poznansky, C.M., O.Ont.
London, Ontario
Widely recognized for his leadership and commitment to excellence, Mark Poznansky is a vital force in Canada's medical
research community. He is President, CEO and Scientific Director of the Robarts Research Institute. In this role, he has
been instrumental in the expansion of the Institute, in terms of the recruitment of researchers and the scope of research
activities, as well as the commercialization of medical innovations for the future benefit of Canadians. Formerly the Associate
Dean of Medicine in charge of Research at the University of Alberta, he is currently a professor of Biochemistry at the
University of Western Ontario.
Uriash Puqiqnak, C.M.
Gjoa Haven, Nunavut
Uriash Puqiqnak has played an important role in safeguarding his culture and his ancestors' way of life for future generations.
A renowned carver whose soapstone work has been exhibited across the country, he helped gather information on Inuit customs
and know-ledge as a member of Parks Canada's History Steering Committee. Mayor of the Hamlet of Gjoa Haven, he has provided
considerable leadership to the North as chair of the Nunavut Tourism Board and as a founding member of the Legislative Assembly
of Nunavut.
Diane Richler, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
Diane Richler's commitment and determination have greatly improved the lives of people with intellectual disabilities.
An advisor and former executive vice-president of the Canadian Association for Community Living, she now volunteers as
president of the human rights organization Inclusion International. One of the advocates who successfully lobbied
for the insertion of "people with mental disabilities" into the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, she has had an enormous
influence on policy in Canada. She has changed attitudes and practices, bringing about new community resources, the integration
of those in institutions into mainstream society, inclusive education, and the self-advocacy movement, where people are
empowered to help themselves.
Michael P. Robinson, C.M.
Calgary, Alberta
Throughout his career, Michael Robinson has built strong partnerships between Aboriginal people and industry in an effort
to develop our natural resources in an environmentally responsible manner. He has served as executive director of the Arctic
Institute of North America, chair of the Canadian Polar Commission and is an adjunct professor with the University of Calgary's
Faculty of Environmental Design. Now head of the Glenbow-Alberta Institute, he leads one of the country's most progressive
learning institutions. He also plays a key role within the David Suzuki Foundation and Friends of the Earth Canada.
Noralou Roos, C.M.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Professor of Medicine at the University of Manitoba, Noralou Roos is an innovative administrator and researcher. She played
a determining role in co-founding the Manitoba Centre for Health Policy. Now director emeritus and senior researcher, she
has helped pioneer the use of administrative data to identify the health care patterns and trends of Manitobans over the
past three decades. Highly regarded by colleagues and policy makers across the country, she has shared her expertise as
a member of the Prime Minister's National Forum on Health and the Board of Directors of the Medical Research Council.
Gordon Tootoosis, C.M.
Cut Knife, Saskatchewan
He is an inspirational role model for Aboriginal youth. A veteran actor, Gordon Tootoosis has portrayed memorable characters
in movie and television productions in Canada and the United States. Committed to preserving his culture and to telling
his people's stories, he has served as a founding member of the board of directors of the Saskatchewan Native Theatre Company
and has offered encouragement, support and training to aspiring Aboriginal actors. This highly respected Cree activist has
provided leadership to Aboriginal people, notably as a social worker and a band chief.
Eleanor Wachtel, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
Eleanor Wachtel has made an outstanding contribution to arts journalism. She is best known for her work on CBC radio,
notably as host of Writers and Company and The ArtsTonight. Admired as a warm and skillful interviewer,
she helps listeners to widen their awareness and perspective. She also provides invaluable exposure for Canadian and foreign
writers and artists. In addition, she has shared her insight as a writer and popular guest speaker and as a volunteer.
Hugh Winsor, C.M.
Ottawa, Ontario
Respected for his professionalism and insight, Hugh Winsor is a leading commentator on Canadian public affairs. A columnist
with the Globe and Mail, he was also a reporter for The Journal on CBC Television and served as the Canadian
correspondent for the British newspaper The Independent. His analysis and commentaries have contributed to countless
Canadian political debates, helping to strengthen our democracy. A former journalism instructor under the auspices of CUSO
in Tanzania, he was also a founding director of the North-South Institute and served on the board of OXFAM-Canada.
OFFICERS
Susan Aglukark, O.C.
Oakville, Ontario and Arviat, Nunavut
Drawing on her northern roots for inspiration and strength, Susan Aglukark has crafted powerful songs that relate the
stories of Canada's Inuit. Released to critical and commercial acclaim, her groundbreaking albums reflect the lives, circumstances,
beauty and heritage of the Inuit. While she is widely respected for addressing difficult topics, at its heart her music
conveys optimism for the future through its rhythms, melodies and themes of hope, spirit and encouragement. This emotive
artist also spends a considerable portion of her time reaching out to northern youth and addressing the tragedy of youth
suicide.
Stewart L. Blusson, O.C.
Vancouver, British Columbia
Renowned for his vision and generosity, Stewart Blusson has been a leader in the fields of mineral exploration and geological
research. Following a path carved by ancient
glaciers over hundreds of kilometres, he and a partner discovered a diamond deposit in the Northwest Territories. This
led to the establishment of the first diamond mine in Canada and has given birth to an industry that is quickly gaining
global importance. He has since created a prize for earth and environmental sciences research and made significant gifts
to the University of British Columbia and the Sea to Sky University, which will be the country's first private, secular,
not-for-profit liberal arts and science institution.
J. Richard Bond, O.C.
Toronto, Ontario
One of our pre-eminent theoretical astrophysicists and cosmologists, Richard Bond has been instrumental in establishing
Canada as a major world centre for research in cosmology. As Director of the Cosmology and Gravity Program of the Canadian
Institute for Advanced Research, he has helped to build an outstanding network of scientists from around the globe. A founding
member and Director of the Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics at the University of Toronto, where he is also
a Professor, he has enhanced the Institute's mandate and international reputation. An inspirational leader and mentor, he
continues his pioneering work on the structure formation and evolution of the universe.
Marlene Brant Castellano, O.C., O.Ont.
Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, Ontario
A bridge between cultures, Marlene Brant Castellano has worked throughout her life for the rights and well-being of Aboriginal
peoples. Professor Emeritus at Trent University, she helped pave the way for Native studies as an academic discipline. She
is also renowned for promoting community-based research, which respects Native traditions. This was central to the work
of the influential Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples, where she served as Co-Director of Research. She maintains a
strong involvement with health and educational initiatives for Native Canadians and participates on panels and councils,
sharing her wisdom, experience and leadership.
Richard J. Currie, O.C.
Toronto, Ontario
One of Canada's outstanding leaders, Richard Currie continues to strive for excellence as a businessman, volunteer and
philanthropist. Chairman of the Board of Bell Canada Enterprises, he shares his vast financial expertise with numerous national
and international companies. He has endowed several scholarships and chairs in our nation's universities and currently serves
as Chancellor of the University of New Brunswick. The Art Gallery of Ontario, the Canadian Stage Company, the Historica
Foundation and the University Health Network in Toronto have also benefited from his voluntarism and generous philanthropic
support.
This is a promotion within the Order.
Roderick D. Fraser, O.C.
Edmonton, Alberta
Roderick Fraser is respected for his leadership as an academic administrator. Launching his career at Queen's University
in 1965, he served that institution with distinction for three decades. As president of the University of Alberta, he skillfully
guided it through a period of unprecedented growth, both in reputation and profile. By cultivating relationships, both nationally
and internationally, he became a key player in securing several major economic and development initiatives for the University,
including the new National Institute for Nanotechnology. In addition, he fostered an environment of inclusiveness, networking
with Elders and other members of the community, to develop a comprehensive strategy that has enhanced learning opportunities
for Aboriginal students.
Walter E. Harris, O.C.
Hazelton, British Columbia
A renowned master carver, Walter Harris has been an inspiration to artists along British Columbia's Northwest Coast for
over three decades. He has perpetuated the Gitksan Nation's rich cultural heritage through his unique and exquisitely detailed
works, which include a limestone killer whale sculpture located above the entry to the House of Commons in Ottawa, a totem
pole erected in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park and a panel in the Canadian Embassy in Paris. Also a hereditary chief,
he is widely respected for the wisdom and leadership he has provided to his people, and for having played a vital role in
their cultural resurgence.
Alexina Louie, O.C., O.Ont.
Toronto, Ontario
One of Canada's most visible and world renowned cultural ambassadors, Alexina Louie is a creative force in contemporary
classical music. A freelance composer of scores for orchestras, symphonies, dance, film and television, she has received
several national and international commissions. Her unique style has evolved over the years as she explored her Chinese
roots and developed a deep interest in Asian music. As composer-in-residence at the Canadian Opera Company, she created The
Scarlet Princess, a modern interpretation of a 17th-century Japanese Kabuki play. Generous with her time, she has served
as a director of a number of arts organizations including Massey Hall, Esprit Orchestra and the Toronto Arts Awards.
Roy MacGregor, O.C.
Kanata, Ontario
One of our most gifted storytellers, Roy MacGregor is renowned for evoking the subtle nuances of our Canadian identity
in his columns and books. For more than 30 years, he has covered everything from news to politics to sports for newspapers
such as the Toronto Star, the Ottawa Citizen and the Globe and Mail. His insightful columns have
taught us about our country, as he guides us through Canada's out-of-the-way places, rural areas, small towns and Aboriginal
communities. Readers of all ages have also been captivated by his passionate love for hockey and for our geography, the
inspiration behind many of his books, such as A Life in the Bush and the Screech Owl mystery series for
children.
Trina McQueen, O.C.
Toronto, Ontario
An extraordinary leader and agent for change, Trina McQueen has held several senior management positions in the Canadian
public and private broadcasting industry. As founding president of the Discovery Channel, she nurtured the growth of the
fledgling network and helped establish its reputation as a leader in the production of high-quality, educational programming.
Generous with her time and talents, she devotes herself to developing Canada's arts and entertainment industry by volunteering
with a number of organizations, including the Canadian Opera Company.
Irene F. Whittome, O.C.
Montreal, Quebec
An internationally renowned multi-media artist, Irene Whittome possesses a distinct style that is
the hallmark of her engravings, photos, sculptures and paintings. Her work can be found in influential private and public collections around
the world. A doyenne of Canadian art, she has been an eminent professor of Visual Arts at Concordia University since 1974.
Over the years, she has channelled vast amounts of energy into the creation of the innovative Open Media program that attracts
students from across Canada who are eager to hone their skills in an environment that allows them to explore and develop
their creativity.
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Moshe Safdie, C.C.
Somerville, Massachusetts, U.S.A. and Montreal, Quebec
Continuing to expand the frontiers of thought and imagination with eloquence and mastery, Moshe
Safdie is one of Canada's most celebrated architects. The National Gallery of Canada, the Quebec Museum of Civilization, Vancouver's Library Square
and Toronto's Lester B. Pearson International Airport take their place in the constellation of his work, alongside major
cultural and educational commissions that can be found around the world. Clearly liberated from the yoke of tradition, he
synchronizes beauty with form and function to create unique and magical places that enrich both their environment and the
lives of humankind.
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