Officer of the Order of Canada

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

A true innovator in the field of aviation in Canada, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Air Canada has played a key role in making this national carrier one of the ten largest airlines in the world. In addition to his numerous achievements within this company, he has made a notable contribution, among others, to the field of education by supporting the University of Quebec at Montreal throughout its history.