Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: October 5, 2006
• Invested on: December 12, 2008

Leadership and commitment are trademarks of John Mayberry's life. Former head of Dofasco, he positioned the company as a leader in its field. He also promoted environmentally sound initiatives that stressed good stewardship, sustainable growth and active participation in the local community. Thanks to his foresight, Dofasco set the benchmark for industrial responsibility. His exceptional managerial skills earned him a seat on a number of boards, and he was the first Canadian chair of the American Iron and Steel Institute. He has generously given of his time to a number of fundraising campaigns and organizations in Hamilton, including Mohawk College, the YMCA and the United Way. Now retired, he remains engaged in building strong communities and has endowed a scholarship at McMaster University.