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Peter Mansbridge

Awards and Recognition

Mansbridge’s excellence in broadcast journalism has earned him wide acclaim. He has won the Gemini Award 12 times and is often regarded as one of the most influential broadcasters in Canadian media history. In recognition of his service to the country, he was made an Officer of the Order of Canada, the nation's second-highest civilian honour. In 2012, he received the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his contributions to Canadian society.

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Honorary Degrees

Over the years, Peter Mansbridge has received numerous honorary degrees from respected Canadian institutions, acknowledging both his professional contributions and thought leadership. These include:

  • 1989: Lakehead University – Doctor of Humane Letters
  • 1996: Mount Royal University – Bachelor of Applied Communications (Journalism)
  • 1999: Mount Allison University – Doctor of Laws (LL.D.)
  • 2001: University of Manitoba – Doctor of Laws (LL.D.)
  • 2005: Ryerson University – Doctor of Journalism
  • 2008: University of Western Ontario – Doctor of Laws (LL.D.)
  • 2010: University of Windsor – Doctor of Laws (LL.D.)
  • 2011: York University – Doctor of Laws (LL.D.)
  • 2014: Carleton University – Doctor of Laws (LL.D.)
  • 2017: University of Calgary – Doctor of Laws (LL.D.)
  • 2017: McMaster University – Doctor of Laws (LL.D.)

Peter Mansbridge remains an enduring figure in Canadian journalism, known for his integrity, eloquence, and dedication to public service.

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Quick Facts
Height: 1.84 m
Date of Birth: 06-07-1948
Alma Mater: Glebe Collegiate Institute
Marital Status: Married
Wife: Cynthia DaleCynthia Dale
Marriage Date: 1998
Divorced Date: 1992
Ex. Wife: Wendy Mesley, Parm Dhillon
Children: Pamela Mansbridge, Will Mansbridge, Jennifer Mansbridge
Profession: Broadcaster, News Anchor
Employer: CBC News Network
Birth Sign: Cancer
Birth Place: England
Nationality: United Kingdom
T.V. Show(s): The National, China In Crisis
Salary: $80,500.
Net Worth: $ 10 million.
Ethnicity: White
Birth Date: 6 Jul, 1948
Age: 71 yrs
Occupations: Journalist
News presenter
Citizenship: Canada
Birth Place: London
residence: Stratford
Gender: Male
Description: British-Canadian broadcaster
Spouse: Wendy Mesley[1989-1992]
Cynthia Dale
Net Worth 2021: 10 million
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Last Modified: Oct 16 2025
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