Member of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2001-05-30
Invested on: 2003-02-21
A socially conscious business leader, he has made a lasting contribution as a philanthropist and activist. Through the Maytree Foundation and the Caledon Institute of Social Policy, he has created innovative vehicles to identify and research the important social issues facing Canadians. By channelling millions of dollars towards community projects such as literacy programs, post-secondary education, immigrant services, anti-poverty initiatives, urban settlement and the environment, he has had a positive impact on the quality of life enjoyed by many.