Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 14, 1996
• Invested on: February 26, 1997

An exceptional educator and administrator for a number of Francophone colleges in Western Canada and Ontario for over forty years, and Superior of the Oblates of Manitoba for nine years, he has dedicated his life to serving others. Devoted to education, particularly French education in Western Canada, he played an important role in negotiations with the departments of education in Alberta, Manitoba and Ontario. With diplomacy and wisdom, he has inspired many students and colleagues, religious and secular alike, motivating them to further their education.