Member of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 1992-04-30
Invested on: 1992-10-21
Beginning with a corner grocery store in east-end Toronto, he has developed his business into a modern system of food merchandising, emulated by manufacturers and competitors around the world. His commercial success translates into support for charitable and cultural organizations. In addition, he is well-known for his involvement in sports, particularly for his part in giving soccer an increasingly higher profile in Canada.