Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 13, 2004
• Invested on: June 10, 2005

Known for her passion and virtuosity, Patricia Beatty is one of Canada's most influential figures in modern dance. This accomplished dancer, choreographer and educator launched the New Dance Group of Canada in 1966, before going on to co-found Toronto Dance Theatre and the School of Toronto Dance Theatre. Expanding the traditional boundaries of form, she was among the first to synthesize visual art and music into her creations as she introduced a new generation to the Martha Graham technique. Her book, Form Without Formula: Concise Guide to the Choreographic Process, is considered a timeless classic.