Officer of the Order of Canada
- Awarded on: October 21, 1992
- Invested on: April 21, 1993
This chairman and president of the Four Seasons hotel and resort chain led his company in earning a reputation for excellence, particularly in terms of service. An innovative and visionary entrepreneur, he has helped Canada become a worldwide competitor in the hotel industry. He is well-known for his generous commitment to such worthy causes as cancer research.