Gov. Gen. David Johnston, announced two Vancouver Island residents are among 100 new appointments to the Order of Canada
Gov. Gen. David Johnston, announced two Vancouver Island residents are among 100 new appointments to the Order of Canada.
Ellen White of the Snuneymuxw First Nation and Nanaimo was also named a member, “for her work as an elder and community leader, and for her efforts to preserve the Hul’qumi’num language.” Victoria artist Robin Hopper was named a member of the order for his, “contributions as a ceramist who has advanced the discipline by introducing a number of innovative techniques,” a statement from the Governor General said.
The Order of Canada is the country’s highest honour of community service and achievement, established by the Queen in 1967.