Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 9, 1996
• Invested on: February 26, 1997

His career has been a series of challenges. He began as a researcher and professor, earning recognition for his wealth of knowledge in the field of energy. Next came a deputy minister position, followed a few years later by the presidency of the National Optics Institute. Today, he can be found at the helm of one of our largest companies. The success of each of the organizations he has led has made him a sought-after administrator and one of our country's most respected figures.