Doctors, lawyers, artists and First Nations leaders named to the Order of B.C.
Doctors, athletes, artists and First Nations and business leaders are all among the 15 people named to be invested in the Order of British Columbia.
B.C. Lt.-Gov. Wendy Cocchia, who is chancellor of the order, says she welcomes the group of people whose dedication, compassion and vision have left a lasting mark on communities across the province.
Dr. Ruth Grunau is on the list for changing the understanding of care of infant pain, while Dr. Sandy Dhami is recognized for transforming the lives of neurodiverse children.
Also named are First Nations cultural leader and master carver Stan Bevan, and Chief Robert Louie for his leadership in Indigenous self-governance and economic development.
Olympian Charmaine Crooks has been appointed for her sporting legacy, and Dr. John Yee for his life-saving leadership in lung transplantation and cancer screening.
Author Alan Twigg and artist and designer Martha Sturdy are also being recognized for their contributions and influence.
Premier David Eby congratulated the recipients, saying each of them has made life better for their fellow British Columbians.
Here are the 15 people appointed to the order:
Stan Bevan (Satsan), Terrace
Graham Clarke, Vancouver
Charmaine Crooks, West Vancouver
Dr. Sandy Dhami, Richmond
Dr. Ruth Grunau, Vancouver
Elder Gwen Harry (Chesha7 / Wigistame), Squamish
Dr. Mark Jaccard, Vancouver
Jeremy Kinsman, Victoria
Chief Robert Louie (Simo), West Kelowna
Dr. Robin Love, Lantzville
Susannah Pierce, West Vancouver
Allan Seckel, Vancouver
Martha Sturdy, West Vancouver
Alan Twigg, Vancouver
Dr. John Yee, Vancouver
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 4, 2025.
The Canadian Press
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
CTV News
an hour ago
- CTV News
Winnipeg senior says province is delaying vital rebate amid postal strike plan
A Winnipeg senior criticizing the province's plan for her to receive cheques if Canada Post goes on strike. Harrison Shin reports. A Winnipeg woman who relies on supplemental oxygen says Manitoba's decision to stop mailing essential cheques is putting seniors at risk. Evelyn Kenny, 90, lives in a Grant Park apartment and uses an oxygen tank daily. She pays for her oxygen upfront and receives a rebate from the provincial government—a routine that's worked for five years. But for the past two months, her $435 cheques haven't arrived. 'When my cheque wasn't in the mail, I phoned and was told I had to go to 300 Carleton Street to pick it up,' Kenny said. Manitoba Health has asked residents to pick up essential documents and cheques in-person due to a looming postal strike. But Kenny says that's not feasible for seniors with mobility challenges. In her case, on top of oxygen tanks, she must use a walker. 'I'm on oxygen 24/7,' she said. 'If I go out, I have a portable machine. I cannot be without oxygen.' She says the federal government managed to mail its cheques without issue and questions why the province couldn't do the same. 'Why did this government jump the wagon and decide they are going to have us go pick them up?' Kenny said. Kenny says she'd need to book Handy Transit to get downtown, which doesn't wait for passengers. That could mean an hour-long wait downtown just to get home. 'Our priority is to ensure that all Manitobans, especially seniors and vulnerable individuals, continue to receive the support they need,' a spokesperson for the province's health minister told CTV News. 'To prevent essential cheques from being delayed, Manitoba opened essential mail distribution centres as a precaution. 'We remain committed to working across government to address any ongoing concerns and ensure that affected individuals are supported during this time.' Kenny says the province needs to consider the realities faced by seniors. 'Whoever thinks up these ideas are not putting themselves in the position of a senior.'
CTV News
an hour ago
- CTV News
Collège Boréal, SPCA expand vet tech training with new clinic
Collège Boréal and SPCA expand partnership to boost vet tech training and community pet care. Students gain hands-on experience in a new spay/neuter clinic aiding underserved areas. The program starts in September, but the clinic is now open. Madison Marier reports.
CTV News
2 hours ago
- CTV News
B.C. non-profit warns about dangers of rat traps to baby skunks, raccoons
A raccoon staying at CritterCare, a wildlife refuge in B.C. is shown in this image. A B.C. refuge for injured wildlife is out with a warning after seeing an increase in serious and often fatal injuries to baby skunks and raccoons caused by 'snap traps' designed to catch rats and mice. Jenna Kuncewicz, the senior wildlife supervisor at Critter Care Wildlife Society in Langley said this specific type of trap can do 'so much damage.' Kuncewicz told CTV News Vancouver the organization has seen a noticeable increase in reports about these traps harming native wildlife. From January to June of this year, Critter Care treated eight animals injured by the traps. However, in July the number almost doubled, with 15 animals admitted. 'They cause severe lacerations, severe injuries, often compound fractures, severed limbs,' said Kuncewicz. Recovery from these types of injuries doesn't happen overnight, and Kuncewicz said the extent of rehabilitation required varies on a case-by-case basis. 'It can range from a few weeks to a few months,' she said. But in the majority of cases, the injuries have proven fatal. Only five animals admitted to the centre this year have survived, Kuncewicz said in an email to CTV News. 'In addition to admitted animals, we receive many calls of people passing by wildlife caught in rat traps which we can not get to in time or locate after the initial call. There are so many out there that we cannot save,' she wrote. snap traps Critter Care provided this photo to show the type of "snap trap" they say is harming baby skunks, and raccoons. CTV News reached out to Tomcat, one of the manufactures of these types of mouse and rat traps, and a spokesperson said they take these concerns seriously. 'As the product label suggests, they are intended to trap mice and rats, not small raccoons, baby skunks or other animals.' The statement further explained, 'these are powerful traps, we do recommend caution in placing them in areas where wildlife, small animals, pets and children are present.' Kuncewicz suggested using less harmful measures to safeguard your home, including sealing any potential problem areas and using predator scent sprays.
