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Statement by the Prime Minister on the passing of the Honourable Ed Broadbent

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Friday, January 12, 2024
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OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 11, 2024 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the passing of the Honourable Ed Broadbent:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 11, 2024 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the passing of the Honourable Ed Broadbent:
    "I was deeply saddened to learn today of the passing of the Honourable Ed Broadbent, a respected politician, academic, and champion for social justice.
  • "Dr. Broadbent believed in the values of community and partnership, which drove his vision for a better and more compassionate Canada.
  • First elected to Parliament in 1968, he represented the riding of Oshawa—Whitby for over 20 years.
  • In 2011, he established the Broadbent Institute, a policy think tank that continues to provide education to empower the leaders of tomorrow.

New appointments to the Order of Canada and promotions within the Order

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Friday, June 30, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, June 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, announced 85 new appointments to the Order of Canada, including 3 Companions, 22 Officers and 60 Members.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, June 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, announced 85 new appointments to the Order of Canada, including 3 Companions, 22 Officers and 60 Members.
  • Since its creation in 1967, the Order of Canada has honoured more than 7 800 people whose service has shaped our society, whose innovations have ignited our imaginations, and whose compassion has united our communities.
  • Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada
    The Order of Canada is one of our country's highest honours.
  • Appointments are made by the governor general on the recommendation of the Advisory Council for the Order of Canada.

New appointments to the Order of Canada and promotions within the Order

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Thursday, December 29, 2022
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Three appointments are promotions within the Order.

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  • Three appointments are promotions within the Order.
  • "What a beautiful way to end the year, honouring Order of Canada appointees and learning about the depth and range of their accomplishments.
  • Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada
    The Order of Canada is one of our country's highest honours.
  • Appointments are made by the governor general on the recommendation of the Advisory Council for the Order of Canada.

LOREENA McKENNITT NEW ALBUM and SEASONAL TOUR UNDER A WINTER'S MOON A 'miscellany of music and spoken word'

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022
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The six-panel, two-disc digipak will be released Nov. 18, 2022 on her own label, Quinlan Road via UMe.

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  • The six-panel, two-disc digipak will be released Nov. 18, 2022 on her own label, Quinlan Road via UMe.
  • The album will also be released digitally, mixed in Dolby Atmos surround sound.
  • Beginning Dec. 2 in Stratford, the seasonal concert will be re-staged with its original musicians and narrators.
  • In addition to her musical career, McKennitt has been recognized for a number of noteworthy philanthropic initiatives, including:

Governor General announces new appointments to the Order of Canada and promotions within the Order

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022
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OTTAWA, ON, June 29, 2022 /CNW/ - Today, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, announced 85 new appointments to the Order of Canada and 4 promotions within the Order.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, June 29, 2022 /CNW/ - Today, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, announced 85 new appointments to the Order of Canada and 4 promotions within the Order.
  • Congratulations to the new Order of Canada appointees, as well as those celebrating a promotion within the Order."
  • Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada
    The Order of Canada is one of our country's highest honours.
  • To date, more than 7 600 people from all sectors of society across our country have been invested into the Order of Canada.

Science broadcaster and author David Suzuki to receive CJF Tribute Award

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Thursday, February 3, 2022
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TORONTO, Feb. 3, 2022 /CNW/ - In recognition of his exceptional career in science broadcasting and commitment to informing Canadians about the climate change crisis, The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF) is recognizing David Suzuki with its annual CJF Tribute.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 3, 2022 /CNW/ - In recognition of his exceptional career in science broadcasting and commitment to informing Canadians about the climate change crisis, The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF) is recognizing David Suzuki with its annual CJF Tribute.
  • He will receive the honour at the CJF Awards ceremony on June 7 at the Art Gallery of Ontario.
  • The annual CJF Tribute recognizes media luminaries who have made an exceptional journalistic impact on the international stage.
  • An award-winning geneticist and broadcaster, Suzuki helped launch and host the long-running CBC Radio program Quirks and Quarks in 1975.

Dr. Eleanor Fish, Advisory Board Member, Awarded Order of Canada

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Thursday, January 6, 2022
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The Order of Canada is how Canada honours people who make extraordinary contributions to the nation.

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  • The Order of Canada is how Canada honours people who make extraordinary contributions to the nation.
  • Dr.
  • Fish was bestowed this order for her contributions to immunology, including her groundbreaking studies on the use of interferon-alpha in the treatment of disease.
  • Dr.

Governor General announces 135 appointments to the Order of Canada

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Wednesday, December 29, 2021
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OTTAWA, Dec. 29, 2021 /CNW/ -Today, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, announced 135 appointments to the Order of Canada.

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  • OTTAWA, Dec. 29, 2021 /CNW/ -Today, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, announced 135 appointments to the Order of Canada.
  • The Order of Canada is one of our highest honours.
  • More than 7500people from all sectors of society have been invested into the Order of Canada.
  • Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada
    Appointments are made by the governor general on the recommendation of the Advisory Council for the Order of Canada.

Acclaimed artwork by Jean Paul Riopelle now at Rideau Hall

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Thursday, October 21, 2021
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This impressive artwork is on loan from the Centre national des arts plastiques de Paris until 2024.

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  • This impressive artwork is on loan from the Centre national des arts plastiques de Paris until 2024.
  • It was most recently showcased at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts as part of the Riopelle exhibition, The Call of Northern Landscapes and Indigenous Culture.
  • At 4.28 x 5.64 metres, this is the largest painting ever produced by Jean Paul Riopelle.
  • Jean Paul Riopelle was one of the most internationally renowned Canadian painters of his era.

David and Sharon Johnston Named Honorary Patrons of Homes For Heroes Foundation

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Thursday, October 7, 2021
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CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Homes For Heroes Foundation (H4HF)is extremely pleased to announce that Mr. David Johnston CC and Mrs. Sharon Johnston CC have become the charitys first Honorary Patrons.

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  • CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Homes For Heroes Foundation (H4HF)is extremely pleased to announce that Mr. David Johnston CC and Mrs. Sharon Johnston CC have become the charitys first Honorary Patrons.
  • Joining Homes For Heroes Foundation as Patrons continues the Johnsons legacy of support to Canada.
  • As a national charity, Homes For Heroes Foundation provides a caring and comprehensive solution to homelessness among Canadas Veterans.
  • Noted Mr. Johnston, What caught our eye is the fact that Homes For Heroes Foundation has developed such an innovative and successful approach to helping our Veterans.