Officer of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 1994-04-13
Invested on: 1994-10-19
A professional artist for almost fifty years, he is in love with his country, and his paintings reflect both his intimacy with the nature of its regions and his affection for ordinary people. He provides us with pictorial interpretations of our cultural heritage, while retaining his own particular style and creating original works. He is generous with his talent and knowledge, sharing it with young students across the country.