Member of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2005-11-17
Invested on: 2006-10-06
A prominent criminal lawyer whose reputation extends across the country, Clayton Ruby has devoted his career to the promotion of justice. Equally committed as a volunteer, he has offered his talent and expertise to a host of institutions, including PEN Canada, Human Rights Watch, Earthroots and the Sierra Legal Defence Fund. His publications have benefited both lawyers and the general public, and he remains a champion of human rights and the environment, serving with unswerving passion and dedication.