Honourable Janet Austin, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, and Premier John Horgan bestow the province's highest honour, the Order of British Columbia, on provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry.
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March 04, 2022 - 2:53 PM
B.C’s top doctor and Canada's favourite crooner Michael Bublé are just two of 31 recipients to receive the prestigious Order of British Columbia.
The recipients, including Brenda Baptiste of Osoyoos, Ruth Williams of Kamloops as well as provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry and Bublé received their awards during a ceremony yesterday, March 3.
The Order of B.C. is the province’s highest honour. Since its inception in 1989, 475 British Columbians have been appointed to the order from all regions of the province, according to the province’s press release.
“Congratulations to the newest members of the Order of B.C. Thank you for your passion, your hard work and the gifts you share with others,” said Premier John Horgan, in the press release. “Your achievements and accomplishments create a better B.C. for us all.”
Any resident of B.C. or former long-term resident who has demonstrated outstanding achievement, excellence or distinction in a field of endeavour provincewide is eligible to be nominated. Fields of endeavour may include community leadership, business, labour, industry, art, sports, volunteer service, professions and other occupations.
The event was live streamed last night, March 3, through the province’s YouTube channel.
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