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Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon

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Order of Canada

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The Order of Canada is how our country honours people who make extraordinary contributions to the nation.

Since its creation in 1967—Canada’s centennial year—more than 7 600 people from all sectors of society have been invested into the Order. The contributions of these trailblazers are varied, yet they have all enriched the lives of others and made a difference to this country. Their grit and passion inspire us, teach us and show us the way forward. They exemplify the Order’s motto: DESIDERANTES MELIOREM PATRIAM (“They desire a better country”).

Do you know a Canadian who’s changing the game? A role model whose achievements stand above the rest? From community volunteers to scientists, actors, members of the military, scholars and even your next-door neighbours, all Canadians are eligible to be appointed to the Order of Canada. Why not nominate someone today? 

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The insignia of the Order is a stylized snowflake of six points, with a red annulus at its centre which bears a stylized maple leaf
Governor General announces new appointments to the Order of Canada and promotions within the Order
Guylaine Tremblay, C.M.
Guylaine Tremblay, C.M.
Elder Reg Crow Shoe, C.M. and Elder Rosemary Crow Shoe, C.M.
Elder Reg Crow Shoe, C.M. and Elder Rosemary Crow Shoe, C.M.
Angela Diane James, O.C.
Angela Diane James, O.C.
Euclide Patrice Chiasson, C.M.
The insignia of the Order is a stylized snowflake of six points, with a red annulus at its centre which bears a stylized maple leaf .
Order of Canada appointees - June 2022
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December 29, 2021
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May 21, 2021
Exceptional Canadians recognized by the Administrator
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