Background
- Born in Toronto, Ontario, on February 15, 1950.
- Earned his B.Sc. in zoology from the University of Toronto in 1972 and his Ph.D. in zoology from the University of British Columbia in 1977.
Career
- Began his career as a science writer and editor for several Canadian magazines and newspapers.
- In 1982, he became the host of CBC Radio's science program "Quirks & Quarks," a position he held for over three decades.
- He has also hosted several television programs, including "The Nature of Things," "The Daily Planet," and "Absolutely Science."
- He has written several books on science, including "The Science of Everyday Life," "The Amazing Universe," and "The Science of Superheroes."
- He has received numerous awards for his work, including the Order of Canada, the Royal Society of Canada's McNeil Medal, and the Public Health Association of Canada's Health Promotion Award.
Personal Life
- Married to his wife, Anne, and they have two children, Sarah and Michael.
- He is an avid runner, cyclist, and paddler.