Peter Brown, co-chairman and CEO of Canaccord Capital Corp., has been named as the 2001 Pacific Entrepreneur of the Year.

Brown was among 12 award recipients in eight categories who will receive honours tonight at the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2001.

“Peter Brown’s entrepreneurial spirit is every bit as inspiring as his business and community pursuits are impressive,” said John Cowperthwaite, director, Pacific Entrepreneur of the Year, Vancouver, Ernst & Young. “Renowned as a master motivator whose high standards, innovation and forward focus result in market success, Peter is a leading force in Canada’s investment community and an icon in the business, sports, education and art worlds. We are honoured to recognize his accomplishments as an entrepreneur extraordinaire.”

Canaccord Captial is Canada’s largest independent investment dealer, specializing in small- to mid-capitalization companies, and recognized as a leader in the resource, technology and special situation sectors. Entrepreneur of the Year awards ceremonies held at the Vancouver Trade and Convention Centre. The Ernst & Young 2001 Entrepreneur of the Year awards program is in its eighth year in Canada.