Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: April 30, 1992
• Invested on: October 21, 1992

Throughout his life as a politician, educator and civil libertarian, he has demonstrated a profound commitment to social change. In a remarkably diverse career he has served as Executive Director of the Ontario Arts Council, Director of the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education and Chairman of Elderhostel Canada. In addition to his professional commitments, he is a dedicated volunteer, working with a host of community, cultural and educational groups.