Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: October 10, 2002
• Invested on: December 12, 2003

A successful entrepreneur and businessman, he has given back to his community in a variety of ways. He is a generous philanthropist who supports organizations in the arts, education, health care and the Jewish community. He has endowed a chair in cardiology at the University of Ottawa and has supported countless students through his funding of scholarships both in Canada and abroad. As well, he dedicates his time and expertise to not-for-profit organizations, taking leadership roles in fundraising endeavours and encouraging others to do the same.