Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: October 25, 2007
• Invested on: December 12, 2008

For more than 40 years, Leo Kolber has been a contributor to Canada's business, political and social landscapes. A former long-time adviser to the Bronfman family, he is known for having established the Cadillac Fairview Corporation, and has shared his business acumen and insights as a member of many corporate boards over the years. During his distinguished service in the Senate, he served as a long-term member and chair of the Standing Committee on Banking, Trade and Commerce. Acknowledged as a pillar of his community, he has been a tireless volunteer and generous benefactor to a myriad of social, cultural and health care organizations and causes.