| «Behind the awards and recognition, there are the encouragement and the support of a family, many collectors and friends.» |
| 2001. | Award of merit «Fête d'Hiver» (winter carnaval) of Saint-Jean-Port-Joli |
| 1987. | Award for his support to the Association of wood carver «The Silver Gouges» of Quebec |
| 1987. | Award of merit, for his contribution to the art of sculpture as an artist, teacher, lecturer and author. Sunparlor Woodcarving Association, Windsor, Ontario |
| 1979. | Best canadian sculpture International exhibition of Sculpture, Toronto |
| 1978. | Best of Show International exhibition of Sculpture, Toronto |
| 1977. | Recognition to the art of sculpture The Association of sculptors of New England, United States |
| 1977. | Quebec representative in England in a documentary produced by the BBC and called «Pilgrim Carvers» |
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