Mr. André Bérard, Mr. N. Murray Edwards, Mr. Walter Hachborn and Ms. Heather Reisman, to be honoured
TORONTO, May 4, 2015 /CNW/ - In recognition and celebration of their lifetime achievements, four outstanding business leaders will be inducted as Companions of the Order of the Business Hall of Fame by Chancellor Mr. L.R. Wilson during the 37th annual Gala Dinner and Induction Ceremony.
Tonight, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, these Canadian leaders will be honoured for their enduring contributions to the Canadian economy and society.
This year's Inductees are:
The Order of the Business Hall of Fame is the highest honour of its kind in Canadian business. Each year, business leaders are nominated by their peers and chosen by an independent selection committee representing Canada's foremost business and academic institutions. The process is managed in its entirety by Knightsbridge Human Capital Solutions, the National Partner of the Canadian Business Hall of Fame.
"It is my great pleasure to recognize these exceptional Canadians as Inductees for their lifetime accomplishments and the legacy they have created for future generations, " said Mr. L.R. Wilson, Chancellor of the Order of the Business Hall of Fame. "Tonight we are privileged to honour these four outstanding individuals for the significant contributions they have made to Canadian business and society."
"We are deeply grateful to the Canadian Business Hall of Fame for their support of Junior Achievement," said Keith Publicover, President and CEO, Junior Achievement of Canada. "We are delighted to celebrate these remarkable individuals who truly are an inspiration to Canada's youth."
The Canadian Business Hall of Fame Gala is a memorable celebration of inspiration and leadership in support of Junior Achievement. The major sponsors of the Gala and associated recognition events are Knightsbridge Human Capital Solutions, the National Partner of the Canadian Business Hall of Fame, the Globe and Mail, the official media partner, and Royal Bank of Canada, the Announcement Luncheon sponsor.
SOURCE Canadian Business Hall of Fame
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