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    St. Michael’s College School Announces 2025 Inductees into the Order of St. Michael

    St. Michael’s College School is proud to announce the induction of four distinguished members of its community into the Order of St. Michael (OSM), the school’s highest honour. The 2025 Induction Ceremony will take place on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at the Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex in Toronto.

    Established in 1996, the Order of St. Michael recognizes individuals who exemplify the Basilian Fathers’ motto, “Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge”, through their outstanding contributions to the spiritual, academic, or material welfare of the school and society. Since its inception, the OSM has welcomed 47 members from diverse backgrounds, including the priesthood, education, business, healthcare, athletics, and community service.

    This year’s inductees join a prestigious group of alumni and supporters who serve as role models and ambassadors for the values of St. Michael’s College School.

    SMCS 2025 Order of St. Michael Inductees
    (L-R) Brian Bellmore ’60, Dr. Robert J. Birgeneau ’59, Dominic Montemurro ’78, Joe Younder ’56

    2025 Order of St. Michael Inductees:

    Brian Bellmore ’60 is a distinguished Toronto lawyer with a long career in corporate and commercial litigation. He served as a board member of the Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Raptors during the 1990s. Bellmore spent much of his career giving back to the community and SMCS through pro bono work, while also serving on the Board of Directors for both the National Catholic Broadcasting Council and Southdown Rehabilitation Centre.

    Dr. Robert J. Birgeneau ’59 is an internationally renowned physicist and academic leader who has served as Dean of Science at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Chancellor of the University of California, Berkeley, and President of the University of Toronto. He is well known for championing equity in education and has been recognized on numerous occasions for his work with the needy and marginalized, most recently, undocumented students across California.

    Dominic Montemurro ’78 is the president of Medi Group, a masonry company in Ontario. Montemurro is a lifelong benefactor and supporter of SMCS. His commitment to SMCS is evident through his involvement in alumni affairs and leadership in fundraising initiatives, including the Building Fund Campaign and helping restore the Chapel and Weight Room. He also played vital roles in numerous renovation projects that have enhanced SMCS and the Basilian Fathers.

    Joe Younder ’56 is a lifelong, award-winning educator who taught for 24 years at St. Michael’s College School, as well as at Brebeuf and overseas in Ireland and Italy. At SMCS, he was a beloved English teacher, department head, and debating coach. He remained highly active post-retirement through various Alumni Association roles, including an ambassador with older alumni, and as a longtime editor of the school’s alumni magazine.

    Full biographies of the 2025 inductees will soon be available at osm2025.com.

    Event Details:

    Order of St. Michael Induction Ceremony
    Date: Wednesday, September 17, 2025
    Location: Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex, Toronto
    Tickets: $250 per person – Purchase Here.

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