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.