Community Involvement
Ed was the 2010 Cabinet Chair for United Way Toronto, and is a member of the Board of Directors of the C.D. Howe Institute, a member of the Chair’s Advisory Council for Habitat for Humanity Toronto, and provides support to Woodgreen Community Services, an organization that delivers programs to build sustainable communities in the Toronto area.
Ed was honoured numerous times in 2010 for his vision, integrity and strong leadership. He was appointed to the Order of Canada – one of the country’s highest distinctions – for his “contributions to Canada’s banking and financial industry, and for his voluntary and philanthropic endeavours”.
Clark also received Egale’s Leadership Award in honour of his leadership in supporting LGBT (Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender) communities, and the inaugural Catalyst Canada Honour, awarded to individuals who have made a critical and visible difference to women’s advancement. Capping an incredible 2010, Clark was named Canada’s Outstanding CEO of the Year – widely viewed as the most prestigious award in Canadian business. In 2012, Clark was named as one of the 30 best CEO’s by Barron’s magazine.
Ed Clark and his wife Fran make their home in Toronto. They have four grown children and seven grandchildren.
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