Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: October 5, 2006
• Invested on: May 04, 2007

Oren Robison celebrates the spirit of the people of rural Saskatchewan while contributing to the development of his region. After working for various newspapers elsewhere in Canada, he returned to his hometown. He purchased and published the The Nipawin Journal and turned it into one of Canada's most critically acclaimed weekly newspapers. In 1992, he launched The Nipawin Bridge, a monthly magazine that chronicles Saskatchewan's oral history, helping readers keep in touch with their Prairie roots and with each other. In addition, he served as mayor of the town, chair of the sports and community centre and director of the chamber of commerce. He was also involved in fundraising projects that enabled the purchase of medical equipment and the creation of housing that fosters independent living for seniors.