Professor Stephen Clarkson invested into the Order of Canada

July 10, 2011

On Friday, May 27th, Professor Stephen Clarkson became a Member of the Order of Canada. The award, bestowed by the Governor General, was created in 1967 to recognize individuals for their outstanding achievements, dedication to their community and service to Canada.

Prof. Clarkson’s work is focused on a number of areas, including the North American Free Trade Agreement and the evolution of North America as a continental state, as well as how Canada has been affected by globalization. He has also written extensively on federal politics in Canada, and is well-known for his 2005 book, The Big Red Machine: How the Liberal Party Dominates Canadian Politics.

Congratulations to Prof. Clarkson for this tremendous honour.