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Sharon Johnston graduated from the University of Toronto in 1966 as a physical and occupational therapist, and subsequently worked in the area of child psychiatry. When the Johnston family moved to Montréal, she completed her master’s and doctorate degrees in rehabilitation science.

When David Johnston became the 28th governor general of Canada on October 1, 2010, he called upon all Canadians to join in the building of a smarter, more caring nation. Alongside his wife, Sharon, Mr. Johnston sought to reinforce learning and innovation, encourage philanthropy and volunteerism, and...

Officially created by Her Majesty The Queen, Canadian honours are presented by the governor general to celebrate and thank extraordinary people for their tremendous contributions to our country.

The pattern of interlaced diagonal stripes symbolizes the central role of family and other relationships in Mr. Johnston’s life, as well as his interest in communication networks and his belief in the interconnectedness of knowledge.

Read George Elliott Clarke’s poem celebrating the Order of Canada’s 1967 founding.