Gloria Macarenko, C.M.
Vancouver, British Columbia
Gloria Macarenko represents the best of Canadian journalism. A broadcaster in British Columbia for 35 years, she has inspired audiences with her knowledge of and passion for the province’s history and culture. Highly regarded for her balanced and thoughtful work, she hosts several popular television and radio programs, notably “On the Coast” and “Our Vancouver.” She is also a tireless volunteer with numerous arts, health and community organizations, including Vancouver Arts Umbrella, the B.C. Cancer Foundation, and the Dalai Lama Centre for Peace and Education.