Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 27, 2020
• Invested on: June 21, 2023

Father James Holland, C.M., A.O.E.
Edmonton, Alberta

Father Jim is a beloved figure in Edmonton. For more than two decades, this former pastor of Sacred Heart Church of the First Peoples fostered an inclusive and welcoming environment for parishioners from all walks of life. His services incorporated many of the customs and traditions of the Indigenous community, for which he was a vocal advocate both within and beyond the church. Known by his Cree name ôNapew ka mio tee heet,ö meaning ôMan with a Good Heart,ö he has worked tirelessly to help those living with addictions, facing homelessness or surviving the legacy of residential schools.