The list of Jewish community members named to the Order of Canada at the end of 2021
Twenty-one prominent members of the Jewish community are newly appointed to the Order of Canada, including philanthropists, scientists, artists, lawyers and academics. The list of 135 Canadians who were named to the country’s highest civilian honour was announced by Governor General Mary Simon on Dec. 29. The appointments included two Companions, 39 Officers, one honorary […]
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So a comedian walks into Rideau Hall and gets a medal
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Winnipeg arts maven inducted into Order of Canada
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