Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: December 6, 2017
• Invested on: September 06, 2018

Bruce Kirby, C.M.
Ottawa, Ontario and Rowayton, Connecticut, U.S.A.

An acclaimed sailor, journalist and boat designer, Bruce Kirby has persistently advanced the sport of sailing. The designer of more than 60 boats, he is noted for creating the popular 13-foot Laser, a one-design dinghy that has revolutionized the sport through its high-performance characteristics. He is recognized for his leading performances representing Canada at international sailing events, including three Olympic Games, and for his impact as a journalist and as the former editor of top racing magazine Sailing World.