Monday, May 6, 2024
On May 2, Dr. Vivek Goel, University of Waterloo President and Vice-Chancellor was bestowed one of the highest honours in Canada.
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, hosted an investiture ceremony at Rideau Hall to invest new Companions, Officers and Members into the Order of Canada. Among the appointees, University of Waterloo President Vivek Goel was invested as a Member.
The appointment recognizes his contributions as an academic and administrator who is committed to the advancement of public health services and research innovation.