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All honours are created by legislation. Consult the regulations governing the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers.

The Decorations for Bravery Advisory Committee reviews nominations and recommends appointments to the Governor General.

All honours are created by legislation. Consult the regulations governing the Decorations for Bravery.

All honours are created by legislation. Consult the regulations governing the Polar Medal.

The spouse of the governor general plays a tangible role in defining and carrying out the mandate of the governor general of Canada. The spouse may also develop a program of his or her own that complements and supports the overall goals of the mandate. He or she: takes part in official ceremonies an...

Do you know someone who makes Canada proud? Nominate them!

Do you know someone who’s changing the game? A role model whose achievements stand above the rest? From community volunteers to scientists, from artists to entrepreneurs, the members of the Order of Canada have enriched the lives of others and made our country a better place. All individuals who mak...

Read George Elliott Clarke’s poem celebrating the Order of Canada’s 1967 founding.

Use our directory and search tool to learn more about the orders, decorations and medals that form the Canadian Honours System.