Blake Goldring, Chairman and CEO of Toronto-based AGF Management Ltd., has been named the first ever Honorary Colonel of the Army, in recognition of his efforts to foster national support for the Canadian military.

Goldring is the founder and chairman of Canada Co., a non-partisan charitable group that brings together business and community leaders from across the country to support the Canadian Forces and their families.

“I am deeply honoured to accept this appointment,” Goldring says. “Our soldiers make great sacrifices in the service of Canada and Canadian interests. I am grateful for this opportunity to support them by continuing to be a bridge between the business community and the men and women in uniform who make us proud at home and abroad.”

As Honorary Colonel, Goldring will endeavour to raise greater awareness about the work conducted by the military. IE