Former Dalhousie President Tom Traves was invested into the Order of Canada last Friday at a ceremony at Rideau Hall in Ottawa.
Dr. Traves was presented with his Order of Canada insignia by the Governor General David Johnston, himself a former university president at the University of Waterloo.
Established in 1967 by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the Order of Canada recognizes outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the nation. The Order recognizes people in all sectors of Canadian society, with "members" recognized for contributions in specific fields or for contributions at the local or regional level.
Dr. Traves joined 30 other new members, along with 14 new officers and four new companions to the Order of Canada at Friday's ceremony.
Below is the full citation of Dr. Traves' investiture:
Tom Traves, C.M.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Tom Traves has made important contributions to post-secondary education in Atlantic Canada. His presidency of Dalhousie University was transformational for the institution, guiding its development as a key player in Nova Scotia’s academic and community sectors. He oversaw a record growth in students and faculty, a large increase in research funding, and the creation of an office to commercialize intellectual property. He is also highly regarded for building stronger networks between Dalhousie, its students and the residents of Halifax, and for his leadership of local arts and business organizations.