Officer of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2017-05-11
Invested on: 2018-05-10
William Siebens, O.C.
Calgary, Alberta
Bill Siebens is an entrepreneurial and philanthropic frontiersman. Together with his father, he pioneered the establishment of Canada’s first international exploration and production company, leading the way for others in the petroleum industry. Apart from his leadership in the oil and gas sector, he has quietly and consistently supported a variety of causes benefiting his region. Notably, he donated a portion of the historic OH Ranch to the Calgary Stampede Foundation, a gift that will help preserve western heritage for future generations.