Honourary Chairman
Peter Mansbridge, O.C.
Chairman, Honourary Board
Project Ojibwa
The Elgin Military Museum is very pleased that the well known
and internationally respected journalist, Peter Mansbridge, has
agreed to act as the Chairman of the Honourary Board for Project
Ojibwa. Already a member of the museum, he is the son of long-time
member and museum supporter, former Wing Commander (RAF) the late
Stanley Mansbridge, DFC.
Born in London, England in 1948, Peter was seven when his family
immigrated to Canada and he grew up in Ottawa, Ontario. Prior to
joining the world of broadcasting, he served two years in the Royal
Canadian Navy. Today, Mr. Mansbridge is an award winning television
news anchor with the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, a
journalist and a columnist. To date, he has received 12 Gemini
Awards, an outstanding affirmation of the respect of his
colleagues. On July, 1, 2008, he was appointed an Officer of the
Order of Canada by Governor General Michaëlle Jean. In 2009,
Mr. Mansbridge accepted the role of Chancellor of Mount Allison
University reflecting his life long interest in learning.