Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: April 17, 2025

Miriam Toews, O.C., O.M.
Toronto, Ontario

Miriam Toews is a pre-eminent writer whose novels explore human tragedy and comedy in one fell swoop. Her unique ability to portray very human stories of overcoming adversity and finding meaning is a gift to her readers, and a source of inspiration to her adoring students and fans.