Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: December 6, 2017
• Invested on: November 20, 2018

Terence Hedley Matthews, O.C., O.B.E
Ottawa, Ontario

An industrialist, entrepreneur and investor, Terence Matthews has demonstrated exceptional leadership in the IT and communications industries. Known for his business acumen, he has been a founder and funder of more than 100 successful companies in the high-technology sector, notably Mitel Corporation and Newbridge Networks. Lauded as a mentor, he has helped numerous young entrepreneurs launch their own companies. Through the philanthropic arm of his company, he has spearheaded and contributed to several beneficial projects in the National Capital Region, notably the development of Wesley Clover Parks.