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Nine members of the York University community have been honoured with the Order of Canada. The announcement was made on December 31, 2025 by Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada.
Recognized as one of the country’s highest honours, the Order of Canada acknowledges Canadians whose contributions, service and dedication has made a meaningful difference to the nation....

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A tranquil space on the grounds of York’s Glendon Campus now bears the name of a former chancellor dedicated to giving back to the University he attended in the 1970s and 80s.
The area commonly referred to as the quad, directly across from Glendon Manor, will now be known as Place Greg Sorbara/Greg Sorbara Green in honour of Sorbara (LLD ’13, LLB ’81, BA ’78), who served as York chancellor from 2014-2023....

Former Board of Governors Chair Paul Tsaparis to match donations up to $100,000
A new entrance award established in honour of dedicated York alumnus and former Chair of the Board of Governors Paul Tsaparis (MBA ’84) will enable deserving students to pursue leadership opportunities in the technology sector. President and Vice-Chancellor...

The York University Education Alumni Network (YUEAN) has been named the 2025 Network of the Year by the York University Alumni Board (YUAB). This annual award is given to a network that has demonstrated its dedication and commitment to York through engagement...