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Sir Graham Day Counsel, Stewart McKelvey, Halifax Sir Graham Day's accomplishments during his career speak for themselves. In 2006, he was inducted into the Canadian Business Hall of Fame, joining a select group of Canada's top laureates. He was chancellor of Dalhousie University from 1994 to 2001, and he has served as independent director of several major compa- nies, including Sobeys Inc., Moosehead Breweries Ltd., Extendicare Inc., and Scotia Investments Ltd. But per- haps his most significant personal accomplishment came in 1989 when he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for his services to the British industry. As a lawyer and businessman, Day is in a class of his own. What panellists had to say: "Sir Graham is someone to be celebrated." "His is a remarkable story." Marlys Edwardh Senior partner, Ruby & Edwardh, Toronto Leadersattract leaders. Throughout his illustrious and award-filled career, Purdy Crawford has set himself apart as a true leader of business, philanthropy, and law. With Osler he continues to be a trusted advisor to clients and colleagues alike and we are proud to congratulate him on being named one of Canada's Most Influential Lawyers by Canadian Lawyer magazine. Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP. Our clients know. One of Canada's most prominent civil rights lawyers, and an internationally known figure, Marlys Edwardh con- sistently and unfailingly defends those whose rights have been denied or with- held. She served as co-counsel in the case of Maher Arar, which yielded sig- nificant media coverage and eventually led to Arar being cleared of any illegal activities. In 2005, she was the first recipient of the Canadian Journalists for Free Expression's Vox Libera award, which recognizes a Canadian who has demonstrated an outstanding commit- ment to the principles of free expres- sion. And just in time for Canada Day this year, she was named a member of the Order of Canada. Her consistent performances in high-profile cases have thrust her to the forefront of the Canadian legal field. What panellists had to say: "Another lawyer who continues to provide a strong voice to help keep government power in check." Leading in business law. Toronto Montréal Calgary Ottawa New York osler.com 34 A UGUST 2010 www. C ANADIAN Law ye rmag.com sler_CL_Aug.indd 1 7/14/10 9:09:01 AM EDWARDH: OSGOODE HALL LAW SCHOOL