Officer of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2003-10-30
Invested on: 2004-10-30
Growing up in a small Saskatchewan town during the Great Depression, Gerald Maier enjoyed few material comforts but was infused with a strong set of values by his parents. Now chairman emeritus of TransCanada PipeLines Limited, he is a recognized leader in the exploration, acquisition and sustainable development of our natural gas and crude oil reserves. Through his dedication to a number of civic and charitable organizations including Athol Murray College and the Canadian Olympic Foundation, he stands as a model of social responsibility.