Officer of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2021-11-16
Invested on: 2023-10-26
D. R. Fraser Taylor, O.C.
Ottawa, Ontario
Fraser Taylor is a pioneer in the field of cartography. A Chancellor’s distinguished research professor at Carleton University, he is renowned for his leadership and innovation, and for his interdisciplinary work in the development of cybercartography. This new approach has provided the means to transform geospatial data into concrete practical applications used for learning, policy development and decision making. He is also celebrated for working closely with Indigenous communities that have used this tool to recount stories, share knowledge, and highlight the diversity of languages and cultures across Canada.