CIFAR's Chair David Dodge presented with prestigious Vanier Medal for public service

David Dodge was presented with the prestigious Vanier medal for 2011 by His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, at a ceremony in Rideau Hall on Tuesday, January 17 2012.

Dr. Dodge was recognized for his leadership as governor of the Bank of Canada from 2001 to 2008. Previously, he served as the deputy minister of Finance from 1992 to 1997, and deputy minister of Health from 1998 to 2001. In 2008, Dr. Dodge was invested as an Officer of the Order of Canada.

The Vanier Medal is one of the highest forms of recognition for Canadian public administrators. The medal is awarded annually to a person who has shown distinctive leadership and has made significant contributions to the fields of public administration and public service in Canada.Read more