Chancellor Bill Graham is the recipient of the 2017 Vimy Award. Presented by the CDA Institute, the award recognizes a prominent Canadian who has contributed to the country’s security and defence, and to the preservation of its democratic values.
Since 2007, The Hon. Bill Graham has served as Trinity’s Chancellor, the College’s highest-ranking volunteer officer.
Prior to his tenure as Chancellor, Graham had a distinguished career as a lawyer and Member of Parliament, where he played an influential role in shaping Canada’s international engagement. Throughout his active political career, Graham initiated important transformations that continue to influence defence policy and plans today.
The Vimy Award will be presented at a gala held at the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa on November 3, 2017.