Tim Whiten appointed Officer of the Order of Canada
We are delighted to share that on June 26, 2026, Tim Whiten was appointed Officer of the Order of Canada. This honourable distinction celebrates individuals who have demonstrated an outstanding level of talent, making an exceptional contribution to the community and service to the nation.
This prestigious appointment follows a string of major national accolades for Whiten over the last few years, including the 2022 Gerson Iskowitz Prize at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) and the 2023 Governor General’s Award in Visual and Media Arts for Artistic Achievement.
Tim Whiten, a major figure in contemporary Canadian art, has spent five decades exploring spirituality, transformation and the human condition through sculpture, drawing, performance and multimedia installation. Widely exhibited and held in major collections, his work continues to inspire profound reflection. He also shaped generations as a long-time York University professor.
Portrait of Tim Whiten by Margherita Matera.
Tim Whiten, Book of Light: Containing Poetry from the Heart of God, 2015-2019, handcrafted crystal clear glass, fragments of drawings, and oak, 46.5” x 28” x 15”