Member of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 1990-04-20
Invested on: 1990-10-24
President of the University of Saskatchewan, he is dedicated to the welfare of his university and has had a significant impact on all aspects of its life, especially the development of the College of Agriculture and the enhanced services provided for native, disabled and senior students. He is also widely respected for his involvement with the Meewasin Valley Authority, a body dedicated to the preservation of Saskatoon's river valley.