Officer of the Order of Canada

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

Gordon Thiessen demonstrated vision and leadership as governor of the Bank of Canada. Playing a crucial role in the development and evolution of the Canadian monetary system, he was instrumental in lowering inflation and interest rates, as well as promoting economic growth, during his tenure. Throughout his 35-year career as a dedicated and exemplary public servant with this institution, he was also responsible for significant institutional changes and operational initiatives. He is a member of numerous boards and is campaign chair for the Neuromuscular Research Partnership.