Paul Martin '64 becomes Companion of the Order of Canada

Alumnus and former Prime Minister Paul Martin ('64) has been honoured in the year-end Order of Canada appointments on December 30, 2011. He was the only person to be awarded the title of Companion of the Order of Canada, the highest level of the award.

Martin was recognized for his distinguished contributions to Canadian politics and for his active involvement in promoting opportunities for Aboriginal Canadians. The three levels of the order – companion, officer and member -- were established in 1967, during Canada’s centennial year, to recognize a lifetime of outstanding achievement, dedication to community and service to the nation.

Read more about the Order of Canada appointments on the U of T News website.