Lakehead University Chancellors

The Chancellor is the ceremonial head of the University, and confers all degrees. An advisor and support to the President, the Chancellor is a public proponent of the goals and objectives of the University, and is an active participant in University activities and the University community. In particular, the Chancellor is present at Convocations to personally greet and grant degrees to graduating students.

The Chancellor is elected by the Chancellor Electoral Board for a three year, renewable term and is a voluntary, unpaid position.

Our Current Chancellor


Dr Rita Shelton DeverellDr. Rita Shelton Deverell

Office: University Centre 2009
Phone: (807) 343-8200
Fax: (807) 346-8075
Email: chancellor@lakeheadu.ca

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Former Chancellors


Portrait of Chancellor Lyn McLeod

Lyn McLeod
2017 - 2019

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Portrait of Chancellor Derek Burney

Dr. Derek Burney
2013 - 2017

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Portrait of Chancellor Arthur V. Mauro

Arthur V. Mauro
2009 - 2012

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Portrait of Chancellor Lorne Everette

Lorne Everett
2000 - 2009

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Portrait of Chancellor The Very Rev. Lois Wilson

Lois Wilson
1991 - 2000

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Portrait of Chancellor G. Bernard Weiler <

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Portrait of Chancellor Robert J. Prettie

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Portrait of Chancellor Bora Laskin

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Portrait of Chancellor Norman Paterson

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