September 12, 2005 Source: University of Toronto:
http://www.news.utoronto.ca/bin6/050912-1613.asp Two appointed to Order of Canada Professor Emeritus Ronald Two of U of T’s top faculty, an eminent neurosurgeon and a prominent economist, are among the 82 distinguished Canadians to receive this country’s highest honour for lifetime achievement — appointment to the Order of Canada.
Professor Emeritus Ronald Tasker of surgery was appointed an officer, the order’s second highest distinction after companion, while Edward Safarian of economics and the Rotman School of Management was named a member of the order. The appointments were announced by Governor General Adrian Clarkson Aug. 29. A world-renowned neurosurgeon, Tasker is known as a caring physician, teacher and mentor. His meticulous study of the human brain’s deepest centres has broadened our understanding of and improved the quality of life for people living with Parkinson’s disease and other forms of tremor, involuntary movement and chronic pain. Involved in the community, Tasker has also served with environmental organizations such as the Ontario Federation of Naturalists and has written handbooks cataloguing the various species of plant life, butterflies and birds that are popular guides for nature enthusiasts. Safarian, an internationally renowned economist, teacher and researcher, has been making major contributions to the understanding of foreign direct investment and international trade for more than 50 years. He has also had a significant impact on public policy in Canada through his writings on free trade and competition policy and as a consultant to the federal government on the economic aspects of the Canadian Constitution. Numerous organizations, including the Asia-Pacific Foundation, have benefited from his leadership and experience. Established in 1967, the Order of Canada recognizes outstanding achievement and service in various fields of endeavour. Any Canadian can be nominated with the exception of federal and provincial politicians and judges who cannot be appointed while holding office. Non-Canadians can be considered for honorary appointments. Queen Elizabeth II is sovereign of the order while the governor general is principal companion.
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