Rose M. Patten, OC OOnt is a Canadian businessperson and philanthropist. She has served as the 34th Chancellor of the University of Toronto since July 1, 2018.[1] In March of 2021, she was re-elected to a second three-year term as chancellor.[2] Born in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador,[3] she is a Special Advisor to the CEO of BMO Financial Group.[4]
Rose Patten | |
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| 34th Chancellor of the University of Toronto | |
| Assumed office July 1, 2018 | |
| President | Meric Gertler |
| Preceded by | Michael Wilson |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Rose M. Patten St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador |
| Occupation | Businessperson, philanthropist |
Awards
In 2012, she was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. wIn 2017, she was made an Officer of the Order of Canada in recognition for having "served her community with dedication and inspiration".[5] She was made a Member of the Order of Ontario in the class of 2021.[6]