Edmonton, Canada – In a landmark recognition that bridges continents and honors a lifetime of intellectual perseverance, Dr. Austin Mardon, CM, FRSC, has been elected as a Foreign Fellow of the Indian National Science Academy (INSA), one of the highest distinctions awarded to a non-Indian scientist. The announcement was confirmed in New Delhi on September 9.
Established in 1935, INSA represents India’s most eminent scientists, and election as a Foreign Fellow is reserved for globally renowned leaders who have made exceptional contributions to science. The rigorous process requires a two-thirds majority vote by the Academy’s sitting Fellows.
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For Dr. Mardon, a scholar from Edmonton, the recognition resonates deeply with his family’s academic legacy. “To be recognized by a nation with such a profound and ancient history of intellectual and scientific discovery is humbling beyond words,” he said. “My grandfather studied and taught at Cambridge, and my father was a founding faculty member at the University of Lethbridge. This honour from the Indian National Science Academy feels like a validation of that lifelong pursuit of knowledge.”
Professor Ashutosh Sharma, President of INSA, praised Dr. Mardon’s scientific impact in a formal letter of election. “The Academy is aware of your pioneering contributions to the world of science, and we feel privileged in offering this honour to you,” Sharma stated.
Beyond personal achievement, the recognition also carries a powerful message across Canada—especially for Canadians living with disabilities. Dr. Mardon’s election highlights that intellectual excellence and the pursuit of knowledge transcend physical barriers, inspiring new generations of scholars.
Dr. Mardon, a Member of the Order of Canada, currently serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Alberta and in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Lethbridge. He will be formally invested as a Foreign Fellow at a ceremony in New Delhi on December 1, 2025.
Five Honoured with Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation in Edmonton
Yesterday, five distinguished Canadians were recognized with the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation for their exceptional service to the veteran community. Among the recipients was Dr. Austin Mardon, CM, FRSC, alongside four other honourees.
The commendation, one of the highest awards given by Veterans Affairs Canada, celebrates individuals who have gone above and beyond in supporting and improving the lives of Canadian veterans.
“Each of these outstanding volunteers has demonstrated unwavering commitment, compassion, and service to those who have served our country,” said Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs, who presented the awards during the Edmonton ceremony.
The recipients’ contributions range from advancing veteran-focused initiatives to providing direct support and advocacy, reflecting the breadth of dedication within Canada’s civilian community to honor the sacrifices of its veterans.
The Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation not only recognizes service but also inspires Canadians to continue building a culture of respect and remembrance for the nation’s heroes.
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