Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: April 6, 2006
• Invested on: February 09, 2007

Bill Comrie is known and respected for his entrepreneurial skills and his benevolence. Founder of the Brick Warehouse Corporation, he developed innovative sales strategies and led the company through its transformation into one of Canada's top-ranking furniture retailers. He also transferred his guiding principles of inquisitiveness and tenacity in business to fundraising campaigns for the Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation and the Alberta Heart Institute. In addition, he sponsored the BC Lions Football Club as well as youth sports initiatives such as Sport Central and the Super Novice Hockey Tournament. A coach at heart, he has inspired both emerging and established entrepreneurs with his passion, creativity and commitment.