Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 13, 2004
• Invested on: March 11, 2005

Robert Grenier is a figurehead in the world of archaeology and underwater conservation. Among other achievements as chief of Parks Canada's Underwater Archaeology section, he is known for his work in the discovery of North America's oldest heritage wreck off the coast of Labrador. The innovative methods he developed there made the Red Bay site an international model for scientific research. A great communicator and renowned consultant, he has been associated with a number of films and projects, particularly the protection of the Titanic and the Empress of Ireland. Through his many commitments, such as the chairmanship of an international UNESCO scientific committee, he helps us understand the importance of preserving our underwater heritage so that it can continue to reveal its secrets to us.