Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 19, 2015
• Invested on: February 17, 2017

For his contributions as a financial management executive and philanthropist whose support has boosted initiatives in education, health care, the environment and more.

David Bissett has raised the bar for business and philanthropic leadership in Alberta. More than 30 years ago, this investment manager played a key role in building Calgary into an important regional finance and investment centre. He has shared his success with the broader community by generously supporting many initiatives, including land conservation and management projects, business education at Mount Royal University, and grassroots community programming for people at risk. He is renowned for challenging his fellow philanthropists to strengthen the fabric of the community by embracing strategic giving.