Make an Order of Canada Nomination

Every year at this time the Office of the Governor General releases a new list of Canadian recipients of the Order of Canada. The Order of Canada is Canada's highest honour for lifetime achievement. An initiative of Prime Minister Lester Pearson, the Order of Canada was designed to replace the Order of the British Empire, which Canada opted out of many years earlier. The first list of recipients in 1967 included Jean Drapeau, Louis St-Laurent and Maurice Richard. Since then over 5000 Canadians who have made a difference to Canada have received the honour for outstanding achievements and excellence in all sectors of society. The latest list of appointments includes Celine Dion, Willie O'Ree, and 58 more.

One of the nice things about the Order of Canada is that you can nominate a deserving Canadian to receive this honour. Is there someone you think should receive the award? Here's how to go about making a nomination.

Photo: Willie O'Ree
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See Also:
Canada's Own Victoria Cross
Role of the Governor General of Canada
The National Flag of Canada