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The Governor General of Canada

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon

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Canadian Honours

Recognition happens here

Officially created by Her Majesty The Queen, Canadian honours are presented by the governor general to celebrate and thank extraordinary people for their tremendous contributions to our country.  The granting of decorations and medals or an investiture into an order are also means of inspiring others to help build a better country.

Canadian honours are respected around the world as a system of recognition that is merit-based, apolitical and accessible. Any person or group can shine a spotlight on the extraordinary people they know by nominating them!

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  • Order of Canada insignia

    Order of Canada

    The Order of Canada is the cornerstone of the Canadian Honours System. Presented by the governor general, it recognizes outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the nation.

  • Medal of Bravery

    Decorations for Bravery

    Recipients of the Decorations of Bravery risked their lives and chose to defy their own instinct of survival to try and save a loved one or a perfect stranger whose life was in immediate danger.

  • The Meritorious Service Decorations (Civil Division)

    The Meritorious Service Decorations (Civil Division)

    The Meritorious Service Decorations (Civil Division) were established to recognize remarkable contributions in many different fields of endeavour, from advocacy initiatives and health care services, to research and humanitarian efforts.

  • Northern Lights

    Polar Medal

    Every day, remarkable individuals contribute to northern communities and to our knowledge of the polar regions and Canada’s North.

  • Sovereign's Medal for Volunteers

    The medal recognizes the exceptional volunteer achievements of Canadians from across the country in a wide range of fields and pays tribute to the dedication and commitment of volunteers.

  • Honours decorations and medals are displayed on a table covered by black cloth.

    Directory of Honours

    Use our directory and search tool to learn more about the orders, decorations and medals that form the Canadian Honours System.

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