Robert H. Lee was born in Vancouver and educated at the University of British Columbia. His career combined outstanding achievements in the business world with philanthropy and community service.

He was an outstanding contributor to the expansion of Canadian business within the Pacific Rim region. His reputation for excellence and integrity were recognized by all who had dealings with him. His stature in the business community included appointments as trustee of the Bank of British Columbia, a directorship of the Real Estate Institute of Canada and of the Port Authority of Vancouver.

Mr. Lee’s business acumen and knowledge enabled him to play a key role with a number of community institutions. He was involved with successful fundraising campaigns for Mount Saint Joseph Hospital, the B.C. Children’s Hospital and U.B.C. He also served as a Director of the B.C. Paraplegic Foundation.

His long-standing association with U.B.C. included membership on its Board of Governors and a directorship on the U.B.C. Foundation. Mr. Lee also received his alma mater’s Distinguished Alumni Award.

He was selected Business Person of the Year for 1990 by a panel of judges drawn from the Chinese-Canadian business community and the Vancouver Board of Trade.

His standing in the business community, combined with his dedication to volunteer service and his exemplary character, made Robert Lee a role model to all who knew him.