Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 15, 2000
• Invested on: May 02, 2001

The recipient of the first Emily Carr Scholarship in 1946, he is now an internationally recognized artist. He exhibits in centres across Canada as his renown continues to grow. In Europe, he is considered a cultural ambassador, promoting and supporting Canadians working abroad. In addition, he has extended his generosity of spirit to future generations of artists by converting his Paris property into a trust that will enable young Canadians to pursue their studies overseas.