The School of Accounting and Finance created the Lifetime Achievement Award to commemorate the 10th anniversary of presenting the SAF Alumni Awards. This award honours an exceptional alumnus, who has distinguished themselves over a significant period of time through their professional experiences, community involvement and consistent support of the School of Accounting and Finance and the University of Waterloo.
Michael F. Garvey, BA '69, FCPA, FCA, ICD.D, Retired PwC Partner
After graduating in 1969 from the University of Waterloo, Mike joined Price Waterhouse in Toronto. In July 2006, he retired as an Audit Partner. From 1976 to 1978, he was assigned to the International Firm’s Continuing Education Task Force, based in London, England. Commencing in 1984, he chaired the Canadian Firm’s National Continuing Education Committee until 1990. From 1995 to 2005, he developed and managed the Firm’s practice in Cuba.
Throughout his career, he volunteered his time to a number of organizations, including chairing the Boards of The Donwood Institute, the University of Waterloo, The Michener Institute of Applied Health Sciences, the Friends of Ontario Universities and Hospital Diagnostic Imaging Repository Services. He has chaired many audit committees since 1983, including three public companies during the past ten years.
Mike obtained his ICD.D designation in 2007. He serves as Executive Chairman and CEO of Kelvin Thermal Energy Inc. and is a Consulting Partner with Ortus Strategies (formerly FGI Europe AG)
Glenn Ives, BMATH '84, FCPA, FCA
After graduating from the University of Waterloo on the Dean's Honour Roll in 1984, Glenn Ives went on to earn the gold medal in Ontario's Uniform Final Exam (UFE), awarded to the top Chartered Accountant candidate in the province. He built a distinguished career at Deloitte, serving as Chair of Deloitte Canada, leading mining sector initiatives across the Americas and sitting on the firm's Global Board of Directors.
Glenn has also been a dedicated volunteer and leader in the non-profit sector, holding key roles with the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation and the St. Paul’s Foundation in Vancouver, where he is helping oversee the development of a $2.5 billion hospital and research centre.
A lifelong supporter of the University of Waterloo, Glenn has served as Chair of the SAF Advisory Council and contributed generously to student-focused initiatives. His passion for giving back reflects his deep appreciation for the co-op education and mentorship he received during his time at Waterloo.
Now based in Vancouver, Glenn remains active in the SAF community and continues to enjoy time with his family, along with hobbies like hockey, golf, and cycling. He was recently honoured with the SAF Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his remarkable professional accomplishments and long-standing commitment to the university.