SASKATCHEWAN POLYTECHNIC
Victor Thomas awarded honorary degree from Sask Polytech

Saskatchewan Polytechnic is proud to recognize Victor Thomas with an honorary degree in Applied Studies at its Regina campus convocation.

Born and raised in Regina, Thomas is a distinguished leader in international business and public service. He is president and CEO of the Canada-India Business Council and also serves as chair of the Investment Advisory Counsel at Marval Capital Ltd., an investment firm focused on Indian public equities. 

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"We proudly acknowledge Victor's visionary leadership, global impact and unwavering commitment to community," says Dr. Larry Rosia, president and CEO of Sask Polytech. "Victor's efforts to strengthen trade and investment between Canada and India, and his commitment to making our province and country a better place to live and work is truly inspiring. He is helping to shape a stronger, more connected world."

In the past 20 years, Thomas has held numerous leadership roles, including as chair of Precision AI and Innovation Place, and vice-chair of SaskEnergy. He was the inaugural chair of the Canadian Red Cross executive cabinet for Saskatchewan and co-chaired the Regina campaign for the Saskatchewan Ronald McDonald House expansion.

His global contributions include serving as chair of CARE Canada and CARE International in Kenya. He also chaired the Banff Forum, one of Canada's preeminent public policy forums. In 2011, he became the youngest chair in the 135-year history of the Regina & District Chamber of Commerce.

Thomas continues to influence national policy as a member of the Governor General's Canadian Leadership Conference, the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region - North American Advisory Council and Canada's Energy for a Secure Future advisory council. He is also director emeritus of the Rideau Hall Foundation.

He has been recognized with the Public Policy Forum's Emerging Leaders Award for Canada, Order of the Red Cross and the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal.

Congratulations on your honorary degree Victor Thomas.

Honouring individuals for their distinguished achievements is a longstanding convocation tradition at Sask Polytech. Honorary degree recipients model the institution's vision and values. The contributions made by the members of this influential group help to empower a better Saskatchewan and inspire success in every learning journey.