Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: October 29, 2004
• Invested on: September 13, 2005

One of our most important and respected musicians, Dutch Mason has been instrumental in establishing the blues scene in Canada. For decades, he has promoted this music genre and inspired audiences from sea to sea with his unmistakable voice and distinct guitar-playing style. A proud Maritimer and Canadian, he has generously shared his passion and talent with emerging musicians and has also performed in support of numerous community initiatives. Known as the "Prime Minister of the Blues", he is an original inductee into the Canadian Jazz and Blues Hall of Fame.