Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 1, 1991
• Invested on: April 29, 1992

One of Canada's top children's entertainers, he has helped develop family-oriented music and television programming in this country. Using music and song to entertain and educate his young audience, he is a positive influence on the next generation, while his fun-filled benefit performances support various causes. His sincerity has earned him the trust of his pint-sized fans as well as the respect of parents and educators.