Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 24, 2012
• Invested on: November 23, 2012

Author Bernice Morgan has made an indelible contribution to Newfoundland's literary scene. She is best-known for her novels Random Passage and Waiting for Time, which are beloved for their portrayals of the women and men who struggled to survive in the outports during the 19th century. Her works have been influential in transmitting Newfoundland's unique history and character to a wider audience, and she is highly regarded for her long-standing mentorship of her fellow writers.