Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: April 17, 1997
• Invested on: October 22, 1997

He is regarded as a pioneer in the field of geophysical mineral exploration. In layman's language he is "a prospector at heart". With his knack for turning scientific theories into practical applications, his Ontario-based company became a world leader in the production of geophysical instruments and technology, in particular the Induced Polarization Method, used in the discovery of mineral deposits throughout the world. Active in industry affairs and government and university committees, he is a corporate leader who has advanced Canada's international reputation in the geoscience community.