About Dr. Max Eisen

Max Eisen was a Holocaust survivor, educator, and author who dedicated his life to bearing witness and advancing human rights. He travelled widely across Canada, speaking in schools and community spaces about his experiences during the Second World War. His memoir, By Chance Alone, became a national bestseller, detailing his experiences in Auschwitz. 

Dr. Eisen was appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada, the nation’s highest civilian honour, and received an honorary degree from Trent University in recognition of his commitment to Holocaust education and the promotion of human rights.  

The Max Eisen Lecture in Holocaust Studies was established by the late Dr. Carolyn Kay, an award-winning educator and former principal of Lady Eaton College.