Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: October 21, 1998
• Invested on: February 09, 2000

He is widely recognized by his peers as the "Dean" of Canadian banking. Long-time President and Chairman of one of Canada's largest banks, he has also served as Director of many corporations. In addition, he has become actively involved in numerous community and health organizations, frequently as chairman or director. He has effectively mobilized corporate Canada in major fundraising campaigns for various health-care, educational and cultural organizations.