Member of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2018-11-19
Invested on: 2019-09-04
Alfred Halasa, C.M.
Montréal, Quebec
Internationally renowned graphic designer Alfred Halasa has distinguished himself through his creativity and unique illustrations. His posters serve as advertisements for various cultural activities and convey strong messages when they feature people or events that have shaped human history. Having co-founded the Centre de design de l’UQAM, he played a leading role in raising the institution’s profile in Canada and abroad.