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Canada Joins US in Honoring Michael J. Fox
Michael J. Fox becomes Canada's third person to receive both country's highest civilian honors after decades of Parkinson's advocacy.
In brief
Michael J. Fox becomes Canada's third person to receive both country's highest civilian honors after decades of Parkinson's advocacy. Michael J. Fox received Canada's highest civilian honor and the US Presidential Medal of Freedom for his Parkinson's research advocacy. Originally reported by Nationalpost.
Michael J. Fox Receives Honors
Actor Michael J. Fox won Canada's highest civilian honor and the US Presidential Medal of Freedom within two years.
Rare Dual Honors
Fox is the third Canadian to receive both country's top non-military decorations, a feat achieved only three times before.
Rideau Hall Ceremony
Fox was invested as a Companion of the Order of Canada at Rideau Hall in Ottawa on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026.
Parkinson's Advocacy
Fox has advocated for Parkinson's research for over three decades since noticing symptoms in 1990.
Foundation Impact
The Michael J. Fox Parkinson's Foundation has raised an estimated US$3 billion for Parkinson's research since 2000.
Historic Recognition
Fox becomes the third Canadian to win both country's highest civilian honors after decades of Parkinson's advocacy.
The big picture
Michael J. Fox received Canada's highest civilian honor and the US Presidential Medal of Freedom for his Parkinson's research advocacy.
