Officer of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2017-12-11
Invested on: 2019-02-01
Brian Robertson, O.C.
Toronto, Ontario
For half a century, Brian Robertson has devoted his time and energy to developing, showcasing and enhancing Canada’s cultural landscape on-air, onscreen and onstage worldwide. He was a major force in a number of productions, including the iconic “Royal Canadian Air Farce” and such national award ceremonies as the Juno Awards and the Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards. His passionate commitment to Canadian culture has instilled tremendous pride and ensured a lasting legacy for generations to come.