Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 11, 2018
• Invested on: March 14, 2019

Peter J. Dillon, C.M.
Peterborough, Ontario

Peter Dillon is a passionate steward of Canada’s inland waters. A professor at Trent University and former director of the renowned Dorset Research Centre, he has conducted seminal research on the effects of human activities and natural factors, including the importance of watersheds, on lake ecosystems. His pioneering studies on excess nutrient buildup and acid deposition have influenced the development of management policies for water bodies in Canada and abroad. An experienced mentor, he has nurtured the careers of many emerging scientists.