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Garry Foster
Chairman at
REAL MATTERS INC.
Net worth: 180 865 $ as of 29/09/2026
Profile
Garry M.
Foster is currently Chairman at Real Matters, Inc. since 2025, Chairman at Payments Canada since 2021, Director at Ontario Health since 2019, and Independent Trustee at SmartCentres Real Estate Investment Trust since 2013.
Former roles include President & Chief Executive Officer at The Baycrest Centre Foundation from 2013 to 2017, Chairman-Presto Card at Metrolinx from 2015 to 2020, Chairman at The Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care from 2012 to 2013, Chairman at Cogniciti, Inc. from 2013 to 2018, Vice Chairman at Deloitte LLP from 2006 to 2013, Chairman at Baycrest Health Sciences from 2012 to 2017, Director at Deloitte LLP (Ohio), Director at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario, and Member of the Institute of Corporate Directors.
Education includes an undergraduate degree (1974) and an MBA (1975) from The Schulich School of Business.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
REAL MATTERS, INC. 0.09% | 14/06/2026 | 63,333 ( 0.09% ) | 145 666 $ | 29/09/2026 |
| 06/10/2026 | 1,870 ( 0% ) | 35 199 $ | 29/09/2026 |
Garry Foster active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| SMARTCENTRES REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUST | Director/Board Member | 30/04/2013 |
| REAL MATTERS INC. | Chairman | 05/02/2025 |
Payments Canada
 Payments Canada Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a non-profit organization fully funded by the financial institutions that participate in our systems | Chairman | 23/06/2021 |
Ontario Health | Director/Board Member | 28/02/2019 |
Former positions of Garry Foster
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
Metrolinx
 Metrolinx General GovernmentGovernment Operates as a government agency that manages and integrates road & public transport services | Corporate Officer/Principal | 31/10/2020 |
Cogniciti, Inc.
 Cogniciti, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides cognitive assessment services | Chairman | 31/10/2018 |
The Baycrest Centre Foundation
 The Baycrest Centre Foundation Investment Trusts/Mutual FundsMiscellaneous Functions as a foundation or endowment | Chief Executive Officer | 27/02/2017 |
Baycrest Health Sciences
 Baycrest Health Sciences Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services Operates hospital | Chairman | 31/01/2017 |
The Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care
 The Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services The Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care, also known as Baycrest, is a comprehensive organization dedicated to aging, brain health, and dementia care. It offers inpatient hospital care, long-term care at the Apotex Centre, residential living options including the Baycrest Terraces community, specialized clinics, and diverse programs focused on supporting older adults. The non-profit company is based in Toronto, Canada. The organization conducts research in cognitive neuroscience, dementia prevention, and brain health through the Baycrest Academy for Research and Education and the Rotman Research Institute. Baycrest provides training and continuing education for health professionals, collaborates with universities, and offers virtual learning platforms. It supports caregivers through the Koschitzky Centre for Innovations in Caregiving, which develops evidence-based resources and offers webinars, mobile apps, and advocacy initiatives. Baycrest promotes brain health and wellness through educational workshops, podcasts, and community outreach. William E. Reichman has been the CEO of the Canadian company since 2012. | Chairman | 22/09/2013 |
Education of Garry Foster
Experiences
Positions held
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Listed companies
Private companies
Connections
73
1st degree connections
14
1st degree companies
Male
Female
Members of the board
Executives
Linked companies
| Private companies | 14 |
|---|---|
SmartCentres Real Estate Investment Trust
 SmartCentres Real Estate Investment Trust Real Estate Investment TrustsFinance Acts as a real estate investment trust | Finance |
Metrolinx
Metrolinx General GovernmentGovernment Operates as a government agency that manages and integrates road & public transport services | Government |
Institute of Corporate Directors
 Institute of Corporate Directors Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Promotes governance and develops leadership skills | Commercial Services |
The Baycrest Centre Foundation
The Baycrest Centre Foundation Investment Trusts/Mutual FundsMiscellaneous Functions as a foundation or endowment | Miscellaneous |
The Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care
The Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services The Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care, also known as Baycrest, is a comprehensive organization dedicated to aging, brain health, and dementia care. It offers inpatient hospital care, long-term care at the Apotex Centre, residential living options including the Baycrest Terraces community, specialized clinics, and diverse programs focused on supporting older adults. The non-profit company is based in Toronto, Canada. The organization conducts research in cognitive neuroscience, dementia prevention, and brain health through the Baycrest Academy for Research and Education and the Rotman Research Institute. Baycrest provides training and continuing education for health professionals, collaborates with universities, and offers virtual learning platforms. It supports caregivers through the Koschitzky Centre for Innovations in Caregiving, which develops evidence-based resources and offers webinars, mobile apps, and advocacy initiatives. Baycrest promotes brain health and wellness through educational workshops, podcasts, and community outreach. William E. Reichman has been the CEO of the Canadian company since 2012. | Health Services |
Real Matters, Inc.
 Real Matters, Inc. Finance/Rental/LeasingFinance Provides residential mortgage appraisals for purchase, refinance, home equity and default transactions | Finance |
Cogniciti, Inc.
Cogniciti, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides cognitive assessment services | Commercial Services |
Deloitte LLP
 Deloitte LLP Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides audit, consulting, financial advisory, risk management and tax services | Commercial Services |
The Schulich School of Business
 The Schulich School of Business Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Payments Canada
Payments Canada Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a non-profit organization fully funded by the financial institutions that participate in our systems | Commercial Services |
Deloitte LLP (Ohio) | |
Ontario Health | |
Baycrest Health Sciences
Baycrest Health Sciences Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services Operates hospital | Health Services |
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario |
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