Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: October 10, 2002
• Invested on: October 24, 2003

Chancellor of the University of Calgary and a well-known lawyer, William Warren is also an exemplary volunteer. For over 20 years, he has unstintingly given of his time and expertise to the enrichment of amateur sports. As chairman of the Calgary Olympic Development Association, and later as counsel to the Games Organizing Committee, he was instrumental in securing the 1988 Olympic Winter Games for Calgary . As well, he ensured a substantial legacy of endowments and facilities for the development of future generations of athletes. In addition, he has shown strong leadership and a commitment to Canadian athletes as a past director and president of the Canadian Olympic Association.