Order of Canada Recipients 2010 Announced

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II established the Order of Canada in 1967 to  recognize a lifetime of outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the Canada. The Order recognizes people in all sectors of Canadian society. Their contributions are varied, yet they have all enriched the lives of others and made a difference to this country.Any Canadian may make a nomination.
Motto and Levels
The Order of Canada’s motto is DESIDERANTES MELIOREM PATRIAM(They desire a better country).  Companion – Recognizes a lifetime of outstanding achievement and merit of the highest degree, especially in service to Canada or to humanity at large Officer – Recognizes a lifetime of achievement and merit of a high degree, especially in service to Canada or to humanity at large Member – Recognizes a lifetime of distinguished service in or to a particular community, group or field of activity. This year no Companion of Canada was awarded.
If you could ask one of these recipients one question what would if be?
RECIPIENTS’ CITATIONS


OFFICERS OF THE ORDER OF CANADA
Nicole Brossard, O.C. Montréal, Quebec
For her contributions to literature as a poet, novelist, essayist and publisher.

Sylvia R. Cruess, O.C. Montréal, Quebec
For her pioneering contributions to medical education.
James A. Dosman, O.C., S.O.M. Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
For his contributions to the advancement of agricultural health and safety in Canada.
The Honourable René Dussault, O.C., O.Q.Québec, Quebec
For his contributions to the advancement of law and the promotion of equality, as a jurist, professor and senior public servant.
Angela Enright, O.C. Victoria, British Columbia
For her contributions to the field of anesthesiology in Canada and the developing world.
Clément Gosselin, O.C.  Québec, Quebec
For his contributions to the fields of robotics and mechatronics, notably for his work on parallel mechanisms and articulated robotic hands.
Linda Hutcheon, O.C. Toronto, Ontario
For her contributions to the fields of literary criticism and theory. 
Anthony Edward Thomas Lang, O.C.Toronto, Ontario
For his contributions to the field of movement disorders, notably for advancing the therapeutics of Parkinson’s disease.
Maurice McGregor, O.C., C.Q.Montréal, Quebec
For having pioneered and championed the field of health technology assessment in Canada, and for his leadership in medical education and cardiology.
Shelagh Rogers, O.C. Vancouver, British Columbia
For her contributions as a promoter of Canadian culture, and for her volunteer work in the fields of mental health and literacy.
Mary Vingoe, O.C.Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
For her contributions to the theatre community in Canada as a director and actor.
Harry Walsh, O.C.Winnipeg, Manitoba
For his dedication to criminal law in Canada for more than 70 years, and for his advocacy against the use of capital punishment.

MEMBERS OF THE ORDER OF CANADA
Patricia Aldana, C.M.Toronto, Ontario
For her contributions to children’s publishing in Canada and around the world.
Marthe Asselin-Vaillancourt, C.M., C.Q. Saguenay, Quebec
For her dedication as a champion of various causes, including violence against women, assistance for victims of violence, and the well-being of seniors.
Bernard Blishen, C.M.Ottawa, Ontario
For his role in advancing sociology as an academic discipline, as well as the sociology of medicine in Canada.
Robert Bourdeau, C.M.Ottawa, Ontario
For his contributions to the field of visual arts as an artist-photographer.
Ronald Caplan, C.M.Sydney, Nova Scotia
For his contributions to the protection of Cape Breton Island’s history and culture as a writer, editor and publisher.
Marc Chouinard, C.M.Memramcook, New Brunswick
For his contributions to the development of music, the arts and Acadian culture, and for promoting French-language culture.
The Honourable Erminie J. Cohen, C.M.Saint John, New Brunswick
For her contributions to improving the lives of women and children in New Brunswick, and for her social activism as a senator.
Anthony and Elizabeth Comper, C.M.Toronto, Ontario
For their commitment to the community at large as active volunteers and philanthropists.
Paul D. Copeland, C.M.Toronto, Ontario
For his contributions as an advocate for human rights and social justice.
Ollie Currie, C.M. Edmonton, Alberta
For her contributions as a volunteer to the development of young swimmers regionally, nationally and internationally.
Pierre Fréchette, C.M., C.Q.Lévis, Quebec
For his contributions as an emergency physician, particularly for his leadership role in Quebec’s aeromedical evacuation program.
Monique Giroux, C.M.Montréal, Quebec
For her contributions to the promotion of French song in Canada and abroad as a radio broadcaster, producer and journalist.
David Halliday, C.M.Maple Ridge, British Columbia
For advancing the field of astronomy, notably through his leadership in the design and construction of some of the world’s largest telescope observatories.
Robert D. Hare, C.M.White Rock, British Columbia
For his contributions to forensic psychology and the study of psychopathy.
Hanny A. Hassan, C.M.London, Ontario
For his contributions to promoting understanding between cultures and religions as a long-time volunteer.
Michael Hayden, C.M., O.B.C.Vancouver, British Columbia
For his contributions to our understanding of Huntington’s disease and other genetic disorders as a physician-scientist.
Martha Lou Henley, C.M.Vancouver, British Columbia
For her patronage of music and the arts in Canada.
Ellis Jacob, C.M.Toronto, Ontario
For his contributions to the theatrical entertainment industry as a business leader.
Gilles Julien, C.M.Montréal, Quebec
For his innovative contributions as a driving force in social pediatrics.
Jamie Kennedy, C.M.Toronto, Ontario
For his promotion of Canadian cuisine and the use of organic, sustainable and locally sourced foods.
Derek Key, C.M., O.P.E.I.Summerside, Prince Edward Island
For his contributions to improving community and social services throughout Prince Edward Island.
Camille Limoges, C.M. Montréal, Quebec
For his contributions to the development and direction of research in Canada as a science and technology historian.
Trevor Linden, C.M. Vancouver, British Columbia
For his ongoing sportsmanship and community engagement as a respected leader both on and off the ice.
M. Joy Maclaren, C.M. Ottawa, Ontario
For her contributions as a volunteer and philanthropist, notably in the areas of post-secondary education and social service.
John McLaughlin, C.M., O.N.B. Fredericton, New Brunswick
For his contributions to cultivating innovative public policy discussions in New Brunswick and for his leadership as president of the University of New Brunswick.
Howard (Howie) W. Meeker, C.M. Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario and Parksville, British Columbia
For his contributions to hockey as a broadcaster and coach to players across the nation.
Gwyn Morgan, C.M. Calgary, Alberta and North Saanich, British Columbia
For his contributions as a business and community leader and as a philanthropist.
Daniel Nestor, C.M. Toronto, Ontario and Nassau, Bahamas
For his contributions as an ambassador for the sport of tennis, as well as for his community and charitable activities.
Rudolph (Rudy) North, C.M. Vancouver, British Columbia
For his contributions to environmental conservation as a committed volunteer and philanthropist.
Eric Peterson, C.M. Toronto, Ontario
For his contributions to the performing arts as an actor and writer.
Shirley Post, C.M. Peterborough, Ontario
For her contributions to improved health care for children.
Terrence Punch, C.M. Halifax, Nova Scotia
For his contributions to the development and popularization of genealogy in the Atlantic provinces.
Charlene M.T. Robertson, C.M. Edmonton, Alberta
For her contributions to the field of neonatal and paediatric intensive care in Canada.
Jennifer Simons, C.M. Vancouver, British Columbia
For her contributions to the promotion of peace and disarmament as a philanthropist, volunteer and professor of international studies.
Tricia Smith, C.M.Vancouver, British Columbia
For her leadership in amateur sport in Canada and abroad, and for her advocacy of athletes and women in sport.
Mavis Staines, C.M.Toronto, Ontario
For her commitment to the education and well-being of individuals in the field of dance.
Beth Symes, C.M.Toronto, Ontario
For her contributions as a champion of women’s rights in the legal profession.
Robert H. Taylor, C.M.Vancouver, British Columbia
For his humanitarian contributions to improving medical services and surgical care in underserved populations of the world.
Robert C. P. Westbury, C.M. Edmonton, Alberta
For his contributions as a leading community volunteer and as a champion of education and the arts.
Edwina Wetzel, C.M. Conne River, Newfoundland and Labrador
For her contributions to developing a modern education system on the Conne River Reserve, which incorporates the community’s Mi’kmaq language, history and cultural traditions.
Christopher Wiseman, C.M.Calgary, Alberta
For his contributions to the development of creative writing as a poet and professor.
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