Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 18, 2016
• Invested on: February 17, 2017

For his contributions as a parasport ambassador and inspiration to youth and for his excellence as a Paralympic swimmer.

Benoît Huot is one of our most recognized and decorated Paralympic athletes. He began swimming at the age of 8, later moving into professional competitions that propelled him to five Paralympic Games, where he earned 20 medals—9 of them gold. Through his community involvement with youth, his efforts to promote a healthy lifestyle and his support for athletes with a disability, he inspires all Canadians beyond the bronze, silver and gold.