Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: April 10, 2008
• Invested on: November 05, 2009

The former president of the Canadian Auto Workers (CAW) union, Buzz Hargrove is one of the most influential labour leaders in the country, respected by those on both sides of the bargaining table. He served six consecutive terms of office and negotiated a number of groundbreaking agreements. A proponent of "social unionism", where unions play a broader role in society, he led the CAW into a number of important philanthropic areas, notably in support of homeless youth. He has also been an outspoken advocate and committed leader in working for equality and human rights in Canada and abroad.