Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 17, 1988
• Invested on: April 12, 1989

Long-time Chief Correspondent and Anchor of The National, CBC-TV's late evening newscast, he gained the respect and trust of millions of viewers during his distinguished career as a reporter, foreign correspondent and author. His integrity and humanity as a broadcaster have not only enhanced the reputation of Canada but have also been outstanding attributes of his voluntary contributions to many community endeavours, particularly the Canadian Organization for Development Through Education.