Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: October 21, 1998
• Invested on: February 03, 1999

One of Nova Scotia's longest serving and most distinguished lawyers, he is regarded as an ethical and skilled advocate with a keen sense of justice who has always been prepared to help those in need. His impressive record of service spans six decades and includes a thirty-year tenure as Chairman of the Yarmouth Regional Hospital, which he guided through times of significant growth. He contributed to a massive fundraising drive which resulted in major renovations to the facility. Even in retirement, he continues to serve as volunteer legal counsel to local not-for-profit organizations and to display an unwavering devotion to his community.