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Ryerson University will award an honorary doctorate to Canadian businessman Sarabjit Marwah, in recognition of his contributions to the Canadian finance industry. He will receive a Doctor of Laws from the Ted Rogers School of Management on Thursday, June 14, 2012 at 2:30 p.m.

Currently the vice-chairman and chief operating officer of Scotiabank, Marwah joined Scotiabank as a financial analyst in 1979. During his career, Marwah has held successively more senior positions within the finance department, including deputy comptroller, senior vice-president and comptroller, and executive vice-president. He was appointed CFO in 1998 and senior executive vice-president and CFO in 2002

Marwah is an active member in his local community; he serves as a member of the board of directors of Cineplex Inc. and the board of trustees of The Hospital for Sick Children. He is involved with several community organizations and was a member of the Ontario Selection Committee for Rhodes Scholars, and the 2008 and 2009 United Way Cabinet.  In 2002, he was awarded the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal for his contributions to Canada.

WHAT:  Honorary degree presentation and convocation address

WHEN:  Thursday, June 14, 2:30 p.m.

WHERE:   Ryerson Theatre, 43 Gerrard St. E. Toronto  

For a full list of the notable Canadians to receive an honorary degree from Ryerson University this spring, please visit: http://www.ryerson.ca/news/media/General_Public/20120321_ma_hondocs.html

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Note: Media are invited to attend the convocation ceremonies. Space is limited. Please RSVP to Johanna VanderMaas.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Johanna VanderMaas
Public Affairs
Ryerson University
Office: 416-979-5000 x 4630
johanna.vandermaas@ryerson.ca
@RyersonNews

If you require this in another format, please contact Ryerson University Public Affairs at 416-979-5000 x 7134.