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Canadian Consulate Honors Glenn Stevens Jr. With Maple Leaf Award

March 20, 2025

glenn shaking hands with consul generalOn March 20, Glenn Stevens Jr. was honored by the Canadian Consul General in Detroit, Colin Bird, with the first ever Maple Leaf Award, recognizing his year-long commitment to fostering economic and culture ties between Canada and Michigan.

“Together, we have been designing, engineering, and building vehicles for over 120 years. Michigan’s and Canada’s automotive industries are intertwined and are one and the same,” said Glenn Stevens Jr. “I am honored to receive this award on behalf of the MichAuto team and all the industry stakeholders we work with to promote, retain, and grow on both sides of our borders. Thank you, Consulate General of Canada, for Detroit Colin Bird and your team. This means a great deal, as does our partnership and friendship.”

Hear what leaders had to say about Stevens’ leadership in the automotive industry below.

 

Colin Bird headshot

“This Maple Leaf Award is being presented to you in recognition of your significant contributions to the Canada-Michigan relationship in providing Canada’s importance as an international trading partner across your extensive networks throughout Michigan and for your collaboration on key issues that promote greater understanding of Canada and its capabilities to key stakeholders. Your continued dedication to this partnership is truly valued by the Consulate General of Canada in Detroit and we look forward to our ongoing collaboration.”

– Colin Bird, Consul General of Canada in Detroit

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer headshot

“Nobody fights harder for Michigan’s auto industry than Glenn Stevens. He’s a commonsense, bipartisan leader who builds consensus to get things done in Detroit, Michigan and with our Canadian partners. I’m grateful for his thoughtful leadership, his dedication to creating good-paying jobs up and down the auto supply chain, and his commitment to making sure Michigan leads the future of advanced manufacturing whether its cars, chips, or clean energy. Congratulations on this well-deserved award.”

– Gretchen Whitmer, Governor of Michigan

Dex Battista headshot

“Glenn Stevens Jr. is not just a champion for the automotive industry – he’s a trusted leader, collaborator, and friend. His deep passion for the industry is evident in everything he does, from shaping policies that support manufacturers and suppliers to fostering connections between industry leaders, government officials, and educational institutions. Glenn understands the opportunities and challenges facing the sector, and he works tirelessly to ensure companies like Magna have the support, resources, and talent necessary to thrive in an evolving mobility landscape.

Beyond his professional impact, Glenn is a great guy – always willing to lend a hand, share his insights, and bring people together. His dedication, integrity, and ability to navigate complex issues make him not only a respected leader but also a valued friend to many Magna, along with the entire automotive community, is fortunate to have his unwavering support.”

– Dex Battista, Director of Government Relations, Magna International