Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: April 17, 2026

Yvan Cournoyer, O.C.
Blainville, Quebec

Hockey icon Yvan Cournoyer had an exceptional career in the National Hockey League. Over 16 seasons with the Montreal Canadiens, he won 10 Stanley Cups, cementing his status as an exceptional player. Inducted into the Hall of Fame and named one of the 100 Greatest NHL Players in history, he has also distinguished himself through his community and philanthropic work.