Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 14, 1996
• Invested on: April 16, 1997

Through his knowledge and talents, this businessman helped develop the Canadian textile industry. Sensitive to the needs of his community, he had a foundation established in his name to assist hospitals and universities in Montreal. A dedicated supporter of the arts, he participates actively in the cultural scene as a member of various boards of directors. He is a generous Canadian whose expertise and business sense have benefited various humanitarian organizations.