Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: October 30, 2003
• Invested on: October 30, 2004

Growing up in a small Saskatchewan town during the Great Depression, Gerald Maier enjoyed few material comforts but was infused with a strong set of values by his parents. Now chairman emeritus of TransCanada PipeLines Limited, he is a recognized leader in the exploration, acquisition and sustainable development of our natural gas and crude oil reserves. Through his dedication to a number of civic and charitable organizations including Athol Murray College and the Canadian Olympic Foundation, he stands as a model of social responsibility.