The Honourable Charles Rosner Bronfman

  • Palm Beach, United States of America

Order of Canada

  • Companion of the Order of Canada

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

    He has been devoting more and more time to philanthropic and cultural pursuits while leading the Seagram company to its position as one of the largest corporate donors to the arts in Canada. His dedication to promoting greater awareness by Canadians of our unique country, led him to establish the CRB Foundation. The Heritage Project, a multimedia educational initiative funded by the Foundation, is having a remarkable impact on creating interest in, and appreciation of, our history and culture. This is a promotion within the Order.

  • Officer of the Order of Canada

    • Awarded on: December 14, 1981
    • Invested on: April 21, 1982

    Deputy Chairman of the Seagram Company, Montreal, he has made notable contributions to cultural, athletic and philanthropic organizations both in Canada at large and in the Jewish community in particular. Of special importance are the Samuel and Saidye Bronfman Foundation, which aids many worthy activities, and the McGill/Montreal Children's Hospital Learning Centre for children with learning disabilities.