Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 9, 1996
• Invested on: April 16, 1997

He is a distinguished scholar, academic administrator and professor who brings Canadian history to life through his popular lectures, writings and commentaries. Now Director of the McGill Institute for the Study of Canada, he continues to amplify our knowledge about our country and ourselves with enthusiasm and wit, encouraging a positive response to the challenges of nation building.