Member of the Order of Canada
- Awarded on: October 21, 1998
- Invested on: September 23, 1999
He is an accomplished lawyer whose many achievements serve as an inspiration to people of all ages. He has worked to build bridges between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people through athletics, politics and law. He is the creator of the North American Indigenous Games which build self-esteem and bring together First Nations youth from across the continent. A source of pride to his people, he also brought Native issues to public attention while serving as one of the first Indigenous Members of Parliament.
