Member of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2014-05-08
Invested on: 2015-02-13
For his role in fostering amateur sport in his province, notably as commissioner of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League.
Frank McKinnon is devoted to creating opportunities for youth through sport. A long-time teacher and school principal, he promoted the benefits of high school athletics, coached numerous teams, and held leadership positions in many community and sports organizations. He played a vital role in the development, delivery and growth of amateur sport - hockey, in particular - at the helm of various provincial and national organizations, and as the commissioner of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League for 10 years.