He innovated several programs, authored a mathematics text series and has accepted Provincial awards for outstanding community leadership both as a teacher and Principal.
He has been recognized for his success in forging powerful cross partnerships and for his global initiatives in science, technology, business and education.
While there, he founded in 1991 a national organization called Global Vision that engages enterprising young Canadians through education and hands on experience to develop as leaders.
Global Vision sends young Canadians on international trade missions and participates in the Prime Minister's initiatives at APEC, G8 and G20 Summits.
Global Vision to date has supported the work of 5 Prime Ministers, trained 30,000 youth and has represented Canada's interests in 30 countries in 6 continents.