King Charles III Coronation Medals

Recipients chosen by The Honourable Anita Neville, Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba

1. Randy Wilfred Antonio
Randy Antonio has lived a lifetime of service to his community. He is a former Canadian Forces member, and is now retired after 28 years with the Winnipeg Police Service. For over 20 years he has also been a volunteer with Search and Rescue Manitoba. He is the founder of Winnipeg. Search and Rescue and Project Lifesaver Manitoba, both organizations are focussed on bringing lost loved people home to their families. 

2. Arnold Murdock Asham
Arnold Asham, owner of Asham Curling Supplies/president of the Asham Stompers, has made significant contributions to the sport of curling and to preserving and promoting Métis culture. Asham’s innovative curling equipment has elevated the sport globally. Asham Stompers, Métis dance group, have showcased rich traditions of Métis heritage. His leadership/commitment to community engagement have made a lasting impact.

3. Gail Sheryl Asper, OC, OM, LLD
As President of The Asper Foundation, Gail Asper was responsible for spearheading the development of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, Canada’s 5th National museum. The museum celebrated its 10th Anniversary in September 2024. She has also devoted much of her life to volunteering in the general, Jewish and artistic communities and is particularly proud of how her efforts and philanthropy have helped stabilize, strengthen and support Manitoba’s renowned artistic community.

4. Michel Aziza
Michel Aziza is part of a Winnipeg based, multi-faith and multi-community initiative to help people, thousands of miles away, who fell victim to a modern-day genocide. This initiative led to the rescue of many refugees and their successful resettlement in Winnipeg. The Operation Ezra rescue and resettlement of Yazid refugees was and continues to be, the most rewarding experience of his community life .

5. Kallie-Ann (Kal) Barteski
Kal Barteski, renowned for her iconic polar bear paintings, distinctive lettering and murals, has become a leader at the intersection of arts, culture, and wildlife. Her works can be found around the world. Barteski piloted the Sea Walls Churchill subarctic mural festival, nurturing local pride, inspiring a community and changing the fabric of tourism in Churchill, Manitoba. An award-winning artist, she created the Polar Bear Fund for meaningful community-based polar bear projects and her extensive collaborations have promoted inclusivity, creativity and community, making her a significant figure in Canada’s cultural landscape.

6. Sherry Benson-Podolchuk
Sherry Benson-Podolchuk contributed to the transformation of how the RCMP and federal government addresses bullying, sexual harassment, and discrimination, playing a key role in two Senate panels on systemic abuse within the RCMP. Collaborating closely with then Commissioner Brenda Luckie, Benson-Podolchuk’s recommendations were instrumental in shaping the final report submitted to the government. She is the author of Women Not Wanted, a book detailing her RCMP experiences to encourage others to speak out, and was a presenter at TEDx Winnipeg on “Tools to Survive Workplace Bullying.”  She continues to do advocacy work on bullying and mental health.

7. Brandy Lynn Bobier
Brandy Bobier is incredibly proud to be making an effective positive impact, within the community she was raised in, Winnipeg’s North End. Purpose driven, she is feeding the community like family, with kindness, dignity and respect, and providing job opportunities to people with barriers to employment. Her food based initiatives have resulted in a current average of 30,000 meals per month being provided to residents of North Winnipeg, Downtown, and beyond. Bobier is a firm believer that food is medicine, and being food secure is a strong beginning to a path where people can heal and succeed together.

8. Daniel Henri Boucher
Daniel Boucher enjoyed an extraordinary 30-year career as Executive Director of the Société de la Francophonie. His visionary leadership was pivotal in establishing, among other accomplishments, the Centre de Santé de Saint-Boniface, a key milestone in serving Manitoba’s francophone community. His contributions to the community’s 50-year strategy to expand the francophone space in Manitoba, The Francophone Community Enhancement and Support Act, and the development of the francophone immigration and settlement strategy are a testament to his vision and commitment. Boucher’s tireless efforts have profoundly shaped and expanded our community, securing a vibrant future for Manitoba’s francophonie.

9. Platoon Chief (Ret’d) Gordon Cannell
Gordon Cannell was a member of the City of Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service for over 40 years. He has been a Drum Major with the City of Winnipeg Police Pipe Band since 1996. In addition to performing at numerous events throughout the province, Cannell has travelled with the band throughout the world as goodwill ambassadors for the City of Winnipeg. Cannell was appointed as an Aide de Camp to the Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba in 2011. He proudly served three Lieutenant Governor’s over 13 years, making many unforgettable memories along the way. He is the proud grandfather to six grandchildren and hopes to instill a love of community service in them as well.

10. Grand Chief Jerry Kim Daniels
In three terms as Grand Chief of the Southern Chiefs’ Organization, Jerry Daniels has lead life-changing efforts to advance tangible economic and social reconciliation for the more than 87,000 First Nation citizens, and 33 Anishinaabe and Dakota Nations that SCO represents. Under his leadership, SCO has grown exponentially, taking significant steps to address critical issues in healthcare, education, social justice, child and family services, and the environment. Grand Chief Daniels has also lead the way by creating transformative changes in downtown Winnipeg, with the redevelopment of the Hudson’s Bay Building into the Wehwehneh Bahgahkinahgohn project.

11. Sandra DeLaronde, MA, LT, LL.D (h.c)
Sandra DeLaronde holds her Master of Arts degree in Leadership and Training from Royal Roads University and was awarded a Doctors in Laws by the University of Winnipeg for her lifelong advocacy for Indigenous Women and Girls. She continues to work tirelessly for the implementation of the 231 Calls to Justice to protect and uplift Indigenous Women, Girls and gender-diverse relatives. She is the principal of Northern Sage Consulting, which focuses on human and organizational transformation. Raised in The Pas with roots in Duck Bay, DeLaronde is a rights holder with membership in Pimichikamak Cree Nation.

12. Edward John Brian Dobie
Over the past 50 years as a Head Football Coach, Brian Dobie has led and inspired many incredible, dedicated coaches who have affected and enriched the lives of several thousand student-athletes. He is grateful and humbled to have shared the field and the classroom with student-athletes at Churchill High School for 21 years, and as Head Coach of the University of Manitoba Bisons for 29 years. Under his guidance, the University of Manitoba has built a nationally respected football program, which to date has seen 66 players continue on into the CFL and NFL. The University of Manitoba won the Vanier Cup in 2007. Dobie is most proud of the seemingly countless number of young men and women who – upon graduating – have embraced their student-athlete experience and continue to share it as coaches and leaders in our province and throughout the country.

13. Paulette Lynne Marie Duguay
For more than 20 years, Paulette Duguay has been involved at various levels of the process of truth and reconciliation. Through her exceptional dedication as a volunteer for the Union nationale métisse Saint-Joseph du Manitoba, which she presided over for 10 years, she is working toward the goal of encouraging and supporting Red River Métis to reconcile with their difficult history and with Canada. Understanding the importance of culture, Paulette is a tireless promoter of the French language and the traditions of her Métis ancestors. Called upon by various levels of government, organizations and educational institutions within Canada’s broad reconciliation project, Paulette participates wholeheartedly because it is a cause she believes in.

14. Christy Anne Dzikowicz, BA, Hons BSW
Christy Dzikowicz has worked in the child protection for over 25 years, passionately advocating for the best possible care for Manitoba’s most vulnerable. Most recently, she spearheaded the development of Toba Centre for Children and Youth – a child advocacy centre for Manitoba. Toba Centre is an integrated multi-agency response centre that will forever change the way we, as a community, respond to child abuse and take care of children, youth and caregivers impacted by these crimes.

15. The Honourable Janice Clare Filmon, CM, OM
The Honourable Janice Filmon says her greatest honour was to serve as Manitoba’s 25^th Lieutenant Governor. She never took for granted the privilege to be in service to our community by connecting and celebrating Manitobans. A natural leader, Filmon has participated in every aspect of community building – developing others for leadership roles and raising critical funds for a number of causes. She joined the team of citizens who brought the 1999 Pan American Games to Winnipeg, ultimately assuming the role of Chair of Festivals. The depth and breadth of her engagement in the community includes: serving as a long time member and Chair of the CancerCare Manitoba Foundation; founding Manitoba ALIVE – a Leadership Initiative in Voluntary Effort; and co-initiating Leadership Winnipeg, a program to develop future generations of community leaders. The legacy of these programs lives on in the achievements of the participants , making our communities stronger.

16. The Honourable Jon Gerrard, PC, BA, MDCM, PhD, FRCPC
Jon Gerrard contributed teaching, clinical care and research at Winnipeg’s Children’s Hospital and CancerCare Manitoba (1980-1993). As Portage Interlake’s MP and Secretary of State for Science, Research and Development (1993-1997) he led efforts promoting pan-Canadian internet access. As River Heights MLA (1999-2023), and Manitoba Liberal Leader (1998-2013), he worked for better health care, especially preventive health (universal newborn hearing screening, diabetes, lead, radon), funding for cochlear implants and hearing aids, and advocated for those with learning disabilities.  An environmentalist, he co-leads a 58 year study of bald eagles and co-authored The Bald Eagle: Haunts and Habits of a Wilderness Monarch.

17. Leonard Gordon Goldsborough, OM, PhD
Gordon Goldsborough is a Senior Scholar and wetland ecologist at the University of Manitoba where, for over 25 years, he and his students have done research on human impacts on the health of prairie marshes and lakes. Active in the Manitoba Historical Society as its Head Researcher and Webmaster, he has written five books on Manitoba history, has a weekly radio column, writes a weekly newspaper column, makes historical videos, is an editor of Prairie History magazine, and serves as an advisor to the Heritage Committee of Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba and Board Secretary for the Manitoba Agricultural Museum.

18. Noam Gonick
Noam Gonick has premiered and won awards at the Venice, Berlin, Sundance and Hot Docs film festivals. His features, which explore rave culture and Indigenous youth, were released theatrically in Germany, France, the US and Canada, streamed worldwide and collected by the Museum of Modern Art and the National Gallery of Canada. He has directed for MGM, CBC and APTN. At London’s Serpentine Gallery Gonick lectured on his artwork about the semaphore of prison architecture and queer utopias. He is collaborating with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet on “The Regulation of Desire” for the Canadian Museum of Human Rights.

19. Della Herrera
As Executive Director of Aboriginal Health and Wellness Centre of Winnipeg, Inc. (AHWC), Della Herrera is proud of her role in establishing the first Indigenous-led Rapid Access to Addictions Medicine (RAAM) and Mobile Healthcare Clinics. Under her guidance, AHWC is leading the establishment of the first Indigenous-led Supervised Consumption Site. Passionate about her work and community, her pride extends to AHWC’s longstanding Primary Care Clinic; family, social, and housing supports; as well as children’s programming. Herrera and her team have built a community of service that is rooted in compassion and respect. “Caring for our relatives fuels our work. It is heart work.”

20. Daniel Andrés Hidalgo, BSW
Daniel Hidalgo is the creator of the group, CommUNITY204 and mentor to the youth involved. A true team player, Hidalgo shares this recognition of accomplishments with everyone at CommUNITY204. The groups dedication and leadership continues to transform lives throughout Winnipeg. This year, Hidalgo and his team have provided over 23,000 individuals with their basic needs, furnished 317 homes, and offered free beds to more than 300 people. They have successfully relocated 50 families. All of these things have been accomplished entirely out of pocket. These achievements are a testament to the resilience and commitment of our inner-city youth at risk, who have proven themselves to be powerful agents of positive change in our community. Together, they are building a brighter future for all.

21. Perla T. Javate
Perla Javate has lived a life of service dedicated to the settlement and integration of newcomer families with the belief that it will ensure a peaceful, cohesive and vibrant society. Her commitment includes providing special services with newcomer children and youth on how to navigate the school system, helping them to understand the various cultures that surround them, and to feel welcome and accepted ensuring a smooth transition. Javate works tirelessly to engage and build relationships with various cultural communities to empower them to be active, contributing members of our vibrant, multicultural province.

22. Jennifer Judith Jones, MSM
Jennifer Jones is one of the world’s most accomplished athletes in curling; she is a seasoned and versatile lawyer; a motivational speaker; a dedicated community volunteer and a loving mother. As an athlete, Jennifer’s career is distinguished as an Olympic and world champion and for being a role model to aspiring athletes and all Canadians. Jennifer currently serves on the board of Special Olympics Canada, working to ensure inclusiveness for Canadians with intellectual disabilities.

23. Chief Justice Glenn D. Joyal, CJ
Chief Justice Joyal has almost 25 years of judicial experience and almost 15 years in positions of court leadership. He has served on all three levels of court in Manitoba. In addition to his administrative duties, he continues to preside regularly on significant criminal, constitutional, civil and administrative matters in both English and French.  Under his leadership, the Manitoba Court of King’s Bench was one of the first courts in Canada to initiate significant and comprehensive efforts connected to judicial reconciliation with Manitoba’s Indigenous communities.  Chief Justice Joyal has implemented and continues to oversee important initiatives and foundational reforms in the areas of court modernization and access to justice, particularly as it relates to case flow and scheduling in criminal, civil, child protection, and family proceedings.  He is the first vice-chair of the Canadian Judicial Council (CJC) and chairperson of the CJC’s Judicial Conduct Committee.  With an interest in theatre, he has written plays that have been both staged and published in English and French. Chief Justice Joyal is fluent in English, French and Italian.

24. Lieutenant Colonel Bruce Harold Kiecker, BSc, CD, AdeC
Lieutenant-Colonel Bruce Kiecker is recognized for his leadership and commitment over the last 33 years to the development of youth in the Canadian Cadet Program across the three prairie provinces and three territories at Regional Cadet Support Unit (Northwest). As an Aide de Camp to three Lieutenant Governors of Manitoba, he has supported the Vice Regal Office with events around the province as well as assisting in the training of new Aide de Camps. He has also been involved in promoting Canadian History, Scottish Heritage and charitable work with the Fort Garry Garrison of the 78th Fraser Highlanders.

25. Crystal Kolt, OM
Since moving from Winnipeg to Flin Flon almost thirty years ago, Crystal Kolt has been on a mission to support and grow the northern creative sector. Prior to recently assuming the role of Director of Culture and Community Initiatives for the City of Flin Flon, Kolt led the Arts Council for over 15 years as its cultural coordinator. She helped start the Uptown Emporium in 2021, giving artisans from a number of northern communities an outlet to sell their creations, she also organizes the annual Flin Flon Culture Days Festival, and is on the organizing committee of the Blueberry Jam Music Festival. With her husband Mark Kolt (musician and former CAO of the City of Flin Flon) they founded the Flin Flon Community Choir which enjoyed its third performance in Carnegie Hall, New York in November 2023.

26. The Honourable Philip Siu Lun Lee, CM, OM
Born in Hong Kong to Sam and Lin Lee, The Honourable Philip Lee chose to pursue his university studies at the University of Manitoba. While studying at the University of Manitoba, he joined student leadership councils and committees. Upon graduation,Lee became increasingly involved with the community-at-large while building his chemistry career. He volunteered with many organizations, including Folklorama, Human Rights Commission of Manitoba and being a founding member of the Winnipeg Chinatown Development Corporation and the Winnipeg Chinese Cultural and Community Centre.  Upon retirement as a City of Winnipeg chemist, he became a “full-time” volunteer and championed multiculturalism and ethnocultural relations.   In 2009, Lee was appointed Manitoba’s 24th Lieutenant-Governor.  After his term ended, he returned to his love of volunteering in the community.

27. Joanne Lewandosky
Joanne Lewandosky, originally from Sandy Lake, Manitoba, is a dedicated advocate for her Ukrainian heritage and community. With degrees in Science and Education from the University of Manitoba, she has served as a teacher, guidance counsellor, and active volunteer. Lewandosky’s leadership roles include president of the Ukrainian Canadian Congress – Manitoba Provincial Council and executive positions with numerous Ukrainian organizations. She has also been recognized for her contributions with awards such as the Folk Arts Council Hall of Fame and the Bulava Award. Lewandosky, supported by her husband Henry Kuzia, continues to make a significant impact throughout her community with no signs of slowing down.

28. Andre Leon Lewis, CM, OM, MSM
André Lewis has built the RWB’s esteemed reputation, one that has garnered the recognition and admiration of international dance companies and has made the RWB, and by association, Manitoba, Canada, a destination for artists and arts administrators around the world. He held true to RWB Founders Gweneth Lloyd and Betty Farrally’s vision to build a Company and School that operate as one organization. Lewis has established a distinct Canadian voice in the world of ballet by commissioning talented Canadian choreographers. For thirty years, before and after every curtain rises and falls, Andre Lewis has been the face of the RWB.

29. Robert Dwight MacAulay, CVO
Dwight MacAulay is the former Chief of Protocol for the province Governments of Manitoba and South Australia.  In both his professional and personal life, he has been very active in the community, serving on numerous boards and committees around the province and beyond.  Some of the accomplishments he is most proud of include: securing debris from the World Trade Centre to establish a 911 Memorial at the International Peace Garden; acquiring the Magna Carta from England  for a three-month display;  obtaining a building stone from Runnymede to serve as a cornerstone for the Canadian Museum of Human Rights; establishing a Hall of Honour for Manitoba’s military heroes; organizing 14 Royal Visits to Manitoba and twice being honoured personally by Her Majesty The Queen.

30. The Honourable Pearl Kathryne McGonigal, CM, OM, LLD, CD
The Honourable Pearl McGonigal has devoted her life to public service and volunteerism. She was the first woman elected to the St.James/Assiniboia City Council. She was the first female deputy mayor of Winnipeg and female chair of the Executive Policy Committee. In 1981, she was appointed the first female Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba. McGonigal has given freely of her time throughout her life to serve on dozens of boards and committees, and has been a tireless champion for numerous charitable organizations, especially the Grace Hospital Foundation, United Way and the Winnipeg Chinese Cultural and Community Centre.

31. Asst Comm. Ryan (Scott) McMurchy, BA
A/Commr. McMurchy has served in the RCMP since 1990 in Saskatchewan and Manitoba, including several First Nation policing posts. In 2014, as Operations Officer for Manitoba North District, he was directly involved in resolving several blockades by First Nations. As a Critical Incident Commander he has led responses to numerous high risk situations. In June 2024, A/Commr. McMurchy was appointed as Commanding Officer for the Manitoba RCMP. He has been actively involved in communities where he has served. He is a longstanding member of the Manitoba Law Enforcement Torch Run Board of Directors in support of Special Olympics Manitoba.

32. Grand Chief Catherine Merrick
As a former councillor and Chief of Pimicikmak Cree Nation, the late Cathy Merrick led transformational change for First Nations in Manitoba. As Chief, she successfully lobbied for and secured $40 million dollars to construct the Cross Lake Health Complex, the first of its kind in Northern Manitoba, bringing much-needed healthcare to the North. Merrick also made history as the first female Grand Chief of the Assembly of Manitoba Chief where she passionately defended Treaty, inherent and human rights. Her advocacy notably secured $40 million in funding to search the Prairie Green Landfill for the bodies of four First Nations women, a critical step towards justice for the families of missing and murdered First Nations people.  In July 2024, Merrick was re-elected as Grand Chief, where she continued to advocate for full implementation of First Nations Treaty and Inherent Rights.

33. Commander (Ret’d) Claude Michon, CD, RMC
Claude Michon served as a Naval Officer in the Royal Canadian Navy for 42 years. One of the highlights of his service was serving as an Honorary Aide-de-Camp to the Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba. He performed this duty for 21 years, serving 5 different Lieutenant Governors.

34. Wilford Nastania Mullin, JD
Nastania Mullin is a proud Inuk father of three, a lawyer, and current CEO for the Inuit Association of Manitoba. He was a part of the first cohort of the Inuit Learning Development Project (ILDP) where Inuit worked for the Federal Government, Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. and the Government of Nunavut. He later held the position as Sustainability Coordinator where he travelled to every Nunavut community to better understand their short, medium, and long-term infrastructure needs.

As CEO of the Inuit Association of Manitoba, Mullin has focused on collaborating with the Provincial and Federal government to create opportunities that has allowed Inuit to be recognized, and have a space in Manitoba.

35. Nafiyah Naso
Nafiya Naso has demonstrated extraordinary leadership in championing the Yazidi community, particularly through her involvement with Operation Ezra, the Canadian Yazidi Association, and the Healing Cleaning Company. Her advocacy for the rights of refugees, especially for women and girls who are survivors of sexual and gender-based violence, has resulted in transformative change. Naso’s work in trauma recovery, economic empowerment, and community reintegration has significantly enhanced the well-being of marginalized communities in Manitoba and across Canada.

36. Elder Barbara Anne Nepinak
Barbara Nepinak, is a member of Pine Creek First Nation. She has received recognition awards such as the Recipient of the Keeping the Fires Burning through Ka ni Kanichuik which is an acknowledgement of being a Traditional Knowledge and Wisdom Keeper. Nepinak has also been recognized as Traditional Wisdom Keepers by the Circle of Educators of Manitoba. Barbara also serves as an elder-in-residence for various organizations in Manitoba. Nepinak dedicates her spare time to her grandchildren and values Sunday dinners with family and friends.

37. Diane Redsky, OM, LLD
Imagine a Canada where Indigenous people are safe from violence and thriving in a society rooted in Indigenous values and human rights. Diane Redsky believes this can be achieved beginning with honoring the teachings Ancestors fought so hard to protect, and working towards achieving equity at decision making tables. She says working in her community – Shoal Lake 40 First Nation –  is her heart medicine work to honor the legacy of her mother and the sacred responsibility of a water protector for City of Winnipeg residents. She believes in the strength of the community and inherent role and responsibility of leaders to serve the people.

38. Chief Justice Marianne Rivoalen
In 2023 Marianne Rivoalen became the Chief Justice of Manitoba and the first woman in history to occupy that office. Before that she was a judge of Canada’s Federal Court of Appeal in Ottawa, Associate Chief Justice of the Court of King’s Bench of Manitoba (Family Division) and a judge of that Division. Prior to her appointment to the Bench in 2005, she devoted considerable volunteer time to pro bono work and her community, particularly with respect to the protection and advancement of French language, equality and women’s rights. She grew up on a family farm in St. Labre, Manitoba.

39. Chief Judge Ryan Peter Rolston, CJ, BA, LLB
Chief Judge Rolston believes that a child’s community plays a significant role in determining what kind of adult they will become. He is proud to have mentored many exceptional young people over the years, from whom he says he has learned as much as he has taught. Professionally, he is honoured to have been entrusted to defend the rights of the vulnerable who could not speak for themselves, the power of the state to prosecute, and the tremendous task of sitting in judgment.  Rolston acknowledges the important and historical task of reconciliation, and is committed to using his voice and contributing however he can.

40. Treaty Commissioner Loretta Ross, BA, LLB
Loretta Ross has worked her entire life advocating for First Nation people and was one of the first Indigenous female lawyers in Manitoba. She served as a Commissioner on the First Nations Circle on the Constitution, which sought First Nation input on the Constitution of Canada. Recently, as Manitoba’s first female Treaty Commissioner, Ross’ office developed one of the first post-secondary courses on Treaties that was designed, delivered and accredited by First Nation Elders. During her appointment as Treaty Commissioner, the Treaty Relations Commission of Manitoba also successfully advocated for mandatory Treaty education in the province and established the Agowiidiwinan Centre – the very first Knowledge Centre in Canada devoted to understanding Treaties.

41. Inspector Doug Roxburgh
Inspector Doug Roxburgh has completed 43 years in policing with the Winnipeg Police Service where he has made significant contributions in areas of Investigations, Training and member well-being. He has been the Pipe Major of the Winnipeg Police Pipe Band for 20 years, leading the band to represent the City and police service both locally and internationally. Roxburgh has served as an Aide de Camp for three Lieutenant Governors for the Province of Manitoba. Over the course of his career, Roxburgh has received the Police Exemplary Service Medal, Manitoba Excellence in Law Enforcement Medal, Queen Elizabeth ll’s Diamond Jubilee Medal, and the Vice-Regal Commendation in recognition and appreciation of his ongoing commitment to the community.

42. The Right Honourable Edward Richard Schreyer, PC,CC,CMM, OM,CD, BA, BED, MA, DSS, LLD(h.c)
Ed Schreyer was first elected to the Manitoba Legislature in 1958 at age 22 and re-elected twice. He lectured on International relations at St. Paul’s College, then was elected NDP Member of Parliament for Selkirk (1965) and re-elected in 1968. He became NDP leader 1969 and Premier of Manitoba 1969-77. The ensuing government enacted, for the first time, law and regulations requiring environmental impact assessment. He served concurrently as Minister Responsible for Manitoba Hydro precisely at the time major energy expansion was required, which in turn required decisions between constructing major hydro works or instead, a series of coal and gas thermal generating stations. It was a historic decision 47 years ago to go with the renewable option. His government introduced legislation that replaced provincial Medicare premiums by graduated income tax. Programs were introduced assuring all Manitobans of equal and ready access to quality Health Care including Home Care and the Pharmaceuticals. Federal and other provincial governments developed similar programs soon after. Ed Schreyer served, on behalf of the Queen, as: Governor General of Canada and Commander-in-Chief 1979-84; as Canadian High Commissioner to Australia, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands & Ambassador to Vanuatu 1984-88. He served as Chancellor, Brandon University, Brandon, Canada 2004-10. He serves in various capacities in a number of organizations including: Habitat for Humanity International; The Canadian Shield Foundation; Sierra Legal Defense Fund; Hospital and Nursing Home care organizations; two Canada-based oil/gas exploration companies and a forest-products company. Since 1989, he has been guest professor at four universities in Canada and four in Europe. The focus throughout has been on Resource Development; Energy Economics and Environmental Impact in Global Context. Mr. Schreyer also served on the Port of Vancouver Authority and the Lake Winnipeg Stewardship Board.

43. Desiree Rose Marie Scott, OM, OLY
Desiree Scott has been representing her country on the soccer pitch for over 14 years. Prior to announcing her retirement in October 2024, she played professionally for the KC Current in the NWSL. She is a 4x Olympian representing Canada in London, Rio, Tokyo and Paris earning two Olympic bronze medals and one Gold. She has also participated in 3 FIFA world cups. She graduated from the University of Manitobawith a Bachelor of Arts degree and loves giving back to her local community by coaching the younger generation of future soccer stars.

44. Harvey Lyon Secter, CM, OM, LLD
Following a career in business, Harvey Secter was appointed Dean of Law and then Chancellor of the University of Manitoba. He has been recognized for a decades long commitment to organizations dedicated to increasing access to quality services in education, health care, social services, and recreational facilities while motivating others to engage in building an inclusive and welcoming society. Secter led campaigns and served on boards of the United Way, St. Boniface Hospital Foundation, the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba, the Law Society and Manitoba Law Foundation, several hospital boards, Assiniboine Park Conservancy, the University of Winnipeg, and the University of Manitoba.

45. Grand Chief Garrison Willard Settee
Garrison Settee, from the Pimicikamak Cree Nation, is Ininiw and was raised in a Cree-speaking home with strong spiritual values. He is a passionate advocate for MMIWG and Two Spirit people, as well as First Nations children impacted by the child welfare system. He has represented MKO at the UN in Geneva, exposing Canada’s treatment of Indigenous peoples, and played a key role in lobbying for Jordan’s Principle. As Chief he led the call for an inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, acknowledging the need for greater action. Settee was recently re-elected to a 3rd term as MKO Grand Chief.

46. Carrie Reagan Shenkarow, BA
Carrie Shenkarow has dedicated decades to leading and advocating for Winnipeg’s Jewish community. She has successfully completed fundraising efforts for significant capital projects benefiting various community agencies and organizations. Recently, Shenkarow has focused on improving Holocaust education by collaborating with Winnipeg educators to make it more accessible for students by removing financial barriers. She also chairs the Jewish Federation of Winnipeg’s Public Affairs Task Force, established after October 7, 2023, to advocate for the community and collaborate with other local organizations. Shenkarow is set to become the President of the Jewish Federation of Winnipeg in 2026.

47. The Hon. Murray (Mizana Gheezik) Sinclair, CC, OM, MSC
The Honourable Murray Sinclair is a former member of the Canadian Senate and a First Nations lawyer who chaired the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada from 2009 to 2015. He was the first Indigenous judge appointed in Manitoba, serving from 1988 to 2016 and served in the Senate of Canada from 2016 to 2021.

In additional to the significant contributions made throughout his professional career, Sinclair has served on numerous community boards including The Jemima Centre for the Handicapped, Scouts Canada, The John Howard Society, The Royal Canadian Air Cadets, The Canadian Club, The Canadian Native Law Students Association, The Canadian Indian Lawyers Association (now the Indigenous Bar Association), The Social Planning Council of Winnipeg, the Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre, AbinochiZhawaynDakooziwin Ojibway Immersion Nursery School Board, the Selkirk Friendship Centre, the Manitoba Provincial Judges Association, the Manitoba Bar Association, the National Judicial Institute and the board of regents of the University of Winnipeg.

48. Lieutenant Commander (Ret’d) Nicholas Slonosky, CD
Nick Slonosky, a respected lawyer, is celebrated for his leadership and dedication to community service. As a Naval Reserve Officer, he served as Aide de Camp to six Lieutenant Governors of Manitoba for over three decades. His commitment also extends to supporting various causes, serving as a director of numerous non-profits, and an educator at the Faculty of Law and supervisor at the L. Kerry Vickar Business Law Clinic and the Manitoba Legal Clinic for the Arts. There, he tirelessly supports law student education, delivery of free legal help, fostering growth and making a lasting impact on the community.

49. Elder Carl William Stone, BA
For 50 years, Elder Stone has been actively reclaiming the Anishinabe ways of his people.Raised by Grandmother Eliza Stone, educated by Traditional Elders and at university, he was Education Director for his community. A leader in cultural education, Elder Stone was involved in the creation of Migizii-Agamik – Bald Eagle Lodge at the University of Manitoba. He has received recognition from the university, Indigenous organizations, and communities.

Elder Stone continues his work in Traditional Ceremonies, long-time student and faculty advisor, and Elder-in-Residence. He is regularly called on as MC, and to guest lecture on Indigenous Identity, Traditional Teachings and Spirituality.

50. Beverly Ann Suek, OM
Beverly Ann Suek has a 50 year history of supporting equality and human rights issues. She has been known for creating new organizations to serve the community, starting with an idea, gathering people together, then working with others to make it happen.  She was involved in starting Manitoba’s  first birth centre. Suek started Kali Shiva , a support service for people with AIDS.  She was a founder of the Women’s Enterprises Centre, supporting women in business.  Suek lives in a senior women’s co-op she created and is presently working with others to convert a church to a childcare centre.

51. Louis Sheldon Trepel
Louis Trepel has maintained a lifelong commitment to philanthropic endeavors, commencing his charitable pursuits as a founding member of the Manitoba chapter of Variety, The Children’s Charity in his teenage years. Over the past 45 years, he has actively contributed to over 100 nonprofit boards and committees, generating millions of dollars through innovative fundraising strategies, including co-creating the first Empty Bowls Gala for Manitoba Harvest, pioneering the first COVID-era virtual gala in Manitoba for St. Boniface Hospital Foundation, and co-chairing the 50th Anniversary Gala for Manitoba’s Rainbow Resource Centre, which garnered national attention. Trepel’s lasting legacy is his ongoing mentorship and inspiration of the next generation of philanthropists, encouraging them to create impact through volunteering and financial support.

52. Angie Tuesday
Angie Tuesday, appointed as the Family Support and Resource Advocate with the Winnipeg Police Service in 2021, has transformed service delivery for Indigenous citizens in Manitoba. Guided by families, Elders, and community advocates, she integrates the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action and National Inquiry into MMIWG2S+ 231 Calls for Justice into her work. Tuesday promotes traditional teachings, land-based learning, and ceremonial participation for police members, creating opportunities for meaningful discussions to implement these recommendations.  Her efforts have enhanced relationships between the Winnipeg Police Service and the community while improving support for families of Missing and Murdered Indigenous People.

53. Larry Vickar
Larry Vickar is a businessman, community leader, and philanthropist whose influence supports numerous Manitoba not-for-profits, environmental initiatives, and educational scholarships. Some of these not-for-profits include; Rotary, Main Street Project, Siloam Mission, L’Arche, the Humane Society, and the Children’s and St. Boniface Hospital Foundations. Environmental activities include support for the Experimental Lakes Area, FortWhyte Alive, and JNF water symposiums, as well as committee work with the Business Council of Manitoba. Educational support includes endowments established for the Manitoba Métis Federation, Southern Chiefs’ Organization, Keep in School Foundation, and the Business Council Indigenous Matching Scholarship Award program.

54. Margaret Von Lau
Margaret Von Lau is proud and grateful to live in a country that opens its doors to newcomers. As an immigrant who came to Canada without knowing the language, she has first-hand experience of the struggles of starting a life in a new country. She recognizes the strength, resilience, and opportunities that come with starting over in a new country, , especially the importance education. Von Lau is most proud of is being able to use her personal experiences to support and empower newcomers and refugees in Canada, helping them find hope and build a better future for themselves and their children.

55. Marion Willis
Marion Willis has shown exceptional leadership and commitment to innovative mental health and addiction models, including her work to end homelessness, through St. Boniface Street Links, an organization she founded. Her transformative approach has garnered national attention and awards, including the Meritorious Service Medal and the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal. Celebrated as one of Hershey’s Canada’s “unseen catalysts of change,” Willis embodies the spirit of service and advocacy. Her success is a testament to her dedicated team and community, who inspire change and foster recovery for those facing homelessness, mental health and addiction challenges in Manitoba and across Canada.