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Michael J. Fox was invested as a companion of the Order of Canada at Rideau Hall in Ottawa on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026, alongside other distinguished Canadians.
Actor Michael J. Fox was invested as a companion of the Order of Canada by Governor General Louise Arbour during a ceremony at Rideau Hall in Ottawa on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026. The ceremony also honored several other distinguished Canadians for their contributions.
Order of Canada Ceremony Highlights
The investiture ceremony recognized individuals from various fields. Michael J. Fox received the highest level of the Order, companion, for his advocacy and achievements.
Playwright Marcelle Dubois was invested as a member of the Order of Canada. Saputo Inc. CEO Lino Saputo also received membership.
Former ambassador to China Guy Saint-Jacques was invested as a member. Alpinist Barry Blanchard and master mariner Sidney Hynes were also honored with membership.
Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times reporter Susanne Craig received membership. Retired surgeon and religious leader Budhendranauth Doobay was also invested as a member.
Notable Canadians Invested
Former Bank of Canada governor Stephen Poloz was invested as an officer of the Order of Canada. Winnipeg businesswoman Tina Jones received membership.
Former Bell Media president Randy Lennox was invested as an officer. Journalist Joyce Napier was invested as a member.
Olympic champion curler Kevin Martin received membership. Pediatric cancer researcher Nada Jabado was invested as an officer.
At the end of the ceremony, Michael J. Fox stood for the national anthem with other recipients.
Background on the Order of Canada
The Order of Canada is one of the country's highest civilian honors, recognizing outstanding achievement, dedication to the community, and service to the nation.
Investitures are held at Rideau Hall, the official residence of the Governor General, who serves as the Chancellor of the Order.
The ceremony on Oct. 2, 2026, celebrated the diverse contributions of these individuals to Canadian society and beyond.
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