U of T community members recognized with Order of Canada

Several members of the University of Toronto community have been recognized with the Order of Canada, the country’s highest civilian honour, in the latest round of appointments and promotions announced June 30, 2025.

They were among 83 individuals who were appointed to – or promoted within – the Order in recognition of sustained and extraordinary contributions to Canada in medicine, the arts, education and international relations, among other areas.

“Congratulations to the newest appointees to the Order of Canada,” Gov. Gen. Mary Simon said in a statement. “We proudly recognize each of these individuals whose dedication and passion for service not only enrich our communities but also help shape the fabric of our nation. Together, they inspire us to strive for greatness and to foster a future filled with hope and possibility.” 

These are the U of T faculty, alumni, supporters and friends who were appointed to, or promoted within, the Order of Canada:

Current and former faculty

Earl Bogoch, orthopaedic surgeon at St. Michael’s Hospital, Unity Health Toronto, and professor in the department of surgery in the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, was named a Member for his pioneering work in preventing fractures. 

Fabrice Brunet, former professor of medicine in what is now the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, was appointed an Officer for his commitment to improving health care in Canada and globally. 

Tom Chau, senior scientist at Bloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, and professor in the Institute of Biomedical Engineering in the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering, was named an Officer for his contributions to pediatric rehabilitation engineering. 

Allison Eddy, former nephrologist at the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and faculty member in what is now the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, was named a Member for her research on chronic kidney disease. 

F. Stuart Foster, senior scientist at Sunnybrook Research Institute and professor in the department of medical biophysics in the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, was appointed an Officer for his development of micro-imaging ultrasound. 

Lorraine Greaves, former faculty member at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, was named a Member for her leading sex and gender-based research and advocacy that focuses on women’s experiences with addictions, violence and tobacco use. 

K. Wayne Hindmarsh, dean emeritus and professor at the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, was named a Member for his contributions as a practitioner, educator and leader, helping to build the faculty into the largest of its kind in Canada.

Milton Israel, professor emeritus in the department of history in the Faculty of Arts & Science, was appointed a Member for his contributions to South Asian studies, his role in shaping Canada-India relations and his influence on Canadian multiculturalism policy. 

Adel Sedra, former U of T vice-president and provost and professor and chair of what is now the Edward S. Rogers Sr. department of electrical and computer engineering in the Faculty of Applied & Science and Engineering, was appointed an Officer for his academic leadership and influential work on microelectronics and circuits.

Homer Tien, associate scientist at Sunnybrook Research Institute and associate professor in the Temerty Faculty of Medicine who is CEO of Ornge, was named a Member for improving trauma care for people in remote areas, including injured soldiers and Indigenous Peoples, through his work as a trauma surgeon and former military physician.   

Alumni and friends

Cheryl Forchuk, a nurse scientist who earned a master’s degree in nursing from U of T, was appointed an Officer for her research on mental health, poverty and homelessness. 

Bonnie Henry, who completed a community medicine residency at U of T, was named an Officer for her work safeguarding the health of people in Canada and globally, including leading B.C.’s COVID-19 response as its provincial health officer.

Nate Leipciger, who earned a degree in engineering from U of T in 1954 and received an honorary degree in 2019, has been named a Member for his decades of Holocaust education efforts.

Stephen Lucas, senior fellow with the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy who is CEO of Mitacs, was named a Member for his contributions in government leadership and public service, including as deputy minister of Health Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic.  

Ashleigh Molloy, an expert on developmental disabilities who is a graduate of U of T Scarborough and the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, was appointed a Member for advancing inclusion as an educator, mentor and advocate.  

David Jones, who completed pre-med, MD and graduate studies at U of T, was named an Officer for his efforts to support and safeguard Canadians’ health, including by serving as the first chief public health officer of Canada.

David Pelly, a writer, photographer and explorer of Canada’s North who earned a degree in history from U of T, was named a Member for preserving and honouring Indigenous history. 

Vincenzo Pietropaolo, a social documentary photographer who studied at U of T and has donated many photographs to the university, was appointed a Member for his depictions of multicultural life in Canada and beyond. 

Peter Rosenbaum, who completed residency training at SickKids and U of T, was named an Officer for his research in childhood disabilities, ethics and disability-related language. 

Ebonnie Rowe, a music producer, businessperson, mentor who studied English at U of T, was appointed a Member for her support of emerging female artists through her non-profit multicultural and multi-genre development program. 

Miriam Toews, who was the inaugural writer-in-residence at U of T Scarborough and has been an adjunct professor and mentor in the English department in the Faculty of Arts & Science, was named an Officer for her work as a celebrated novelist.

David Weisstub, who earned a master’s degree from U of T, was appointed an Officer for his leadership in mental health law and forensic psychiatry, including as founder and honorary life president of the International Academy of Law and Mental Health. 

Timothy Whelan, who completed his radiation oncology training at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and U of T, was named a Member for his work that redefined radiation therapy’s use in treating breast cancer.