Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 20, 2014
• Invested on: September 23, 2015

For his contributions to football as a player, coach and manager.

A player, coach, manager and executive, Wally Buono has left an indelible mark on football in Canada. A seven-time Grey Cup champion, he is the Canadian Football League’s winningest coach and one of its longest-serving executives in history. He has also mentored countless players and coaches, and has helped pave the way for other Canadians to have careers as professional football coaches. Off the field, he is a noted contributor to the community and is actively involved with a host of charitable and non-profit organizations.