Member of the Order of Canada
- Awarded on: October 23, 1989
- Invested on: April 18, 1990
Chairman of the Board of the family candy manufacturing firm in St. Stephen, New Brunswick, he is a pioneer and a leader in the Canadian confectionary industry. His business has provided employment for hundreds of people in the community and his involvement over the years with various volunteer, farming and business organizations reflects the contributions he has made to benefit his peers and his country.