Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 12, 2016
• Invested on: February 17, 2017

For his contributions as one of Canada’s most skilled, empathetic and provocative editorial cartoonists.

Fearless, thoughtful and provocative, Bruce MacKinnon is one of Canada’s most talented and respected editorial cartoonists. Since 1985, he has worked for the Halifax Chronicle-Herald and his cartoons have helped Nova Scotians and Canadians understand the essence of the events that make up our public life. His award-winning catalogue comprises cartoons that make us think, laugh and cry. His poignant drawing of the National War Memorial following the death of Corporal Nathan Cirillo in October 2014 deeply affected Canadians and people around the world.