Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 1, 1991
• Invested on: April 29, 1992

This petroleum executive is a significant force in Calgary's oil industry whose professional dedication is equalled by his generous support of the city's cultural community. He is particularly supportive of the Calgary Philharmonic Society for which he has endowed the principal conductor's chair, names in his honour. His philanthropic activities extend to many other educational, health and artistic organizations.