BC Honours

04/25/2026

During National Volunteer Week, the Medal of Good Citizenship proudly recognizes British Columbians whose generosity, service and selflessness have made outstanding contributions to the well‑being of their communities.

Today we feature Trudie BonBernard, a 2016 recipient whose countless hours of volunteering have helped to significantly expand the services provided by the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program to Kamloops residents. Under her leadership, therapy dog teams contribute thousands of volunteer hours each year, strengthening well‑being and community care across the region.

Learn more about Trudie and the remarkable volunteers across B.C. who have received the Medal of Good Citizenship through the link in our bio.

Do you know an outstanding volunteer in your community? Nominations are accepted year‑round! Visit the link in our bio to learn how to nominate someone for the Medal of Good Citizenship.

04/22/2026

During National Volunteer Week, the Medal of Good Citizenship proudly celebrates British Columbians whose generosity and selflessness strengthen communities across the province.
 
Today we feature Larry White, a 2017 recipient and dedicated volunteer from Tumbler Ridge, recognized for decades of leadership across outdoor recreation, culture, sustainability and youth initiatives. Larry has helped develop and maintain local trail systems and backcountry routes in partnership with BC Parks, supported the Tumbler Ridge Museum and Archives and volunteered with the community garden, library board and Emergency Social Services.
 
A passionate advocate for young people, he also helped build the community skate park, brought a climbing wall to the teen centre and coached and officiated minor hockey and baseball.
 
Learn more about Larry and other Medal of Good Citizenship recipients through the link in our bio.

Know an outstanding volunteer? Nominations are open year‑round. Nominate a volunteer in your community today at the link in our bio!
 

04/21/2026

During National Volunteer Week, the Medal of Good Citizenship proudly recognizes British Columbians whose generosity, service, and selflessness have made outstanding contributions to the well‑being of their communities.
 
Today we remember the late Clayton Cassidy, who was a respected community leader from Cache Creek. Clayton was honoured in 2016 for his exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication during and after the devastating floods in 2015, when he worked tirelessly to help residents stay safe and return to their homes. A long‑time member and former Fire Chief of the Cache Creek Volunteer Fire Department, Clayton devoted more than three decades to public safety and community service, while also volunteering as a coach and serving on numerous local committees.
 
Learn more about Clayton and the remarkable volunteers across B.C. who have received the Medal of Good Citizenship through the link in our bio.
 
Do you know an outstanding volunteer in your community? Nominations are accepted year‑round! Visit the link in our bio to learn how to nominate someone for the Medal of Good Citizenship.
 

04/21/2026

Today in 1989, the Order of British Columbia was established, marking 37 years of honouring excellence in B.C!

The Order of BC is the highest honour the Province of British Columbia can bestow on its citizens, and, as Chancellor of the Order, I'm proud to celebrate the 530 British Columbians appointed since its creation. Their achievements span a full spectrum of distinction, from Nobel winning science and Olympic sport to Indigenous leadership, from music and film, to global advocacy and community service.

Did you know public nominations for the Order of BC are encouraged? My husband Sergio and I became members of the Order of BC in 2013 and 2015 for our work in community leadership, and it was so meaningful to be recognized. If you know someone doing extraordinary work in our province, nominations are being accepted up to April 2, 2027, for next year's group.

Learn more about the Order of British Columbia, how to nominate, and meet the members at https://orderofbc.gov.bc.ca.

04/21/2026

Honouring where it all began. ✨

On April 21, 1989, the Order of British Columbia was established to recognize extraordinary service to our province.

Today, we celebrate 37 years - honouring the legacy of the first 26 members of the Order, and all who have followed, for their contributions in building a stronger, more vibrant B.C.
 
Learn more about all of the inspiring members of the Order by visiting the link in our bio.

04/20/2026

During National Volunteer Week, the Medal of Good Citizenship proudly recognizes British Columbians whose generosity, service, and selflessness have made outstanding contributions to the well‑being of their communities, often without expectation of reward or recognition.
 
Today we feature Joyce Wilby, a 2025 recipient and beloved Alert Bay community builder who turned 100 last year! Joyce’s decades‑long dedication to literacy, history, and civic life exemplify the true spirit of good citizenship. Across B.C., volunteers like Joyce continue to enrich lives, strengthen communities, and inspire generations.
 
Learn more about Joyce and the remarkable volunteers across B.C. who have received the Medal of Good Citizenship through the link in our bio.
 
Do you know an outstanding volunteer in your community? Nominations are accepted year‑round! Visit the link in our bio to learn how to nominate someone for the Medal of Good Citizenship.
 

03/24/2026

The nomination deadline for the B.C. Medal of Good Citizenship is quickly approaching!
 
Do you know a British Columbian who goes above and beyond to make their community a better place? Help us honour their impact by submitting a nomination today.
 
Individuals, couples, organizations or groups of three or more may be nominated for serving their community with the greatest humility without expectation of reward or recognition.
 
Submit your nomination by April 7, 2026 for consideration in this year’s cycle.
 
For more information about the honour, or to submit a nomination, visit the link in our bio.
 

03/23/2026

The nomination deadline for the province’s highest honour, the Order of British Columbia, is fast approaching!

Do you know a British Columbian whose contributions have created a lasting impact on our province? Help us recognize and celebrate their extraordinary legacy by nominating them today!

The Order of British Columbia honours long-term residents of B.C. who have demonstrated outstanding achievement, excellence, or distinction in any field.

Submit your nomination by April 7, 2026 for consideration in this year’s cycle.

For more information about the honour, or to submit a nomination, visit the link in our bio.

03/23/2026

Nominate someone for the Order of British Columbia today!

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/celebrating-british-columbia/honours-and-awards/order-of-bc/submitting-nomination

03/11/2026

03/11/2026

Know someone who goes above and beyond for their community?

Nominations are open for BC's Medal of Good Citizenship - recognizing BC residents who make a difference through selfless, generous acts outside of paid work.

Meet a few of last year's amazing award winners, who prove that every community is stronger because of people who lead with care, commitment and heart.

The deadline is April 7!

Learn more and submit a nomination at gov.bc.ca/MedalOfGoodCitizenship

03/03/2026

Of all the things that make BC so special, its people truly take the spotlight. BC is diverse, but something that I always seem to consistently see is the generosity and compassion of British Columbians from all over the province.

The BC Medal of Good Citizenship Award recognizes the people who embody selflessness and kindness without the expectation of anything in return.

Nominations for the Medal of Good Citizenship close April 7, 2026. Celebrate someone whose extraordinary kindness has made B.C. better.

Form at: https://tinyurl.com/8ap5bx7f