Member of the Order of Canada

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

For his contributions to Quebec’s country music scene as Patrick Norman, and for his dedication to numerous charitable causes.

Yvon Ethier, better known by his stage name Patrick Norman, has had a very successful music career and has been topping the charts for over 45 years. A renowned guitarist and singer-songwriter, he has made a profound contribution to country music. He has produced 30 albums, received numerous awards and honours and is adored by his loyal fans. His television program “Pour l’amour du country” has been bringing musicians and music lovers together each week for 14 seasons. With boundless generosity, he lends his voice, energy and time to numerous charitable causes.