Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 1, 2002
• Invested on: November 30, 2002

An internationally respected geotechnical researcher and consultant, he is a pioneer in remote sensing and terrain analysis. President of J.D. Mollard and Associates, he has made major contributions to the interpretation and mapping of the earth's physical geography, its natural resources and its geoenvironment. His innovative work in airborne and satellite remote sensing technology has had far-reaching implications in many disciplines, including transportation and engineering, as well as in agricultural and geological applications. Highly regarded by academia, industry and government, he is an outstanding international lecturer who is generous with his time and knowledge.