Began his career as in journalism, acquiring the position of city
editor at a Vancouver paper when he was 21. Later became better known
for his TV appearances and his popular books on aspects of Canadian
history.
Was an ardent Canadian nationalist.
He was awarded the O.C. (Officer of the Order of Canada) on December
18, 1974 and the C.C. (Companion of the Order of Canada) on June 23,
1986 for his services to broadcasting, journalism, and media.
His full name (with honors was) Pierre Francis Berton, C.C., O.Ont.,
B.A., D.Litt.