IDEA News Archive

Prem Watsa to be honoured by Asper School
May 31, 2016 —
Prem Watsa, the recipient of the 2016 International Distinguished Entrepreneur Award (IDEA), will share his story of success with Asper School of Business students on Tuesday, June 7

Prem Watsa announced as 2016 IDEA recipient
December 4, 2015 —
The 'Warren Buffett of Canada' shows us what can be accomplished with hard work, vision and a willingness to take calculated risks

David Thomson receives IDEA honour
June 1, 2015 —
'He stands apart as a role model for those who seek to contribute to the economic life of this country and communities around the world.'

Asper School of Business
David Thomson announced as 2015 IDEA recipient
April 15, 2015 —
Mr. Thomson will be formally saluted on June 1st at the 2015 International Distinguished Entrepreneur Award gala

Asper School of Business
Linda Hasenfratz announced as 2014 IDEA recipient
January 23, 2014 —
CEO of Linamar Corporation to recieve the U of M’s 2014 International Distinguished Entrepreneur Award