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The Province
04-08-2025
- Sport
- The Province
Here's a list of the 2025 recipients of the Order of B.C.
Fifteen people have been awarded the Order of British Columbia for 2025 for their contributions to the province. They are ... Former Olympian and Soccer Canada president Charmaine Crooks has been awarded an Order of B.C. Photo by Bob Frid / THE CANADIAN PRESS The provincial government has released its list of recipients of the Order of British Columbia for 2025, recognizing people who have made an extraordinary contribution to the province and beyond. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. 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THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Fifteen appointees will be invested at a ceremony at Government House in Victoria on Sept. 16. They are: • First Nations carver Stan Bevan: For cultural leadership, mastery as a carver and pioneering contributions to education that shaped a generation of Northwest Coast First Nations artists. • Businessman Graham Clarke: For his role in driving Vancouver's rise as a global hub through visionary leadership in aviation, trade and tourism. • Retired Olympic athlete Charmaine Crooks: For her tireless advocacy for youth, equity and global sport. • Dr. Sandy Dhami: For her dedication to transforming the lives of neurodiverse children and families through inclusive education, mental-health advocacy and compassionate care Essential reading for hockey fans who eat, sleep, Canucks, repeat. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. • Dr. Ruth Grunau: For her pioneering research that has transformed global understanding and care of infant pain, advancing neonatal health of infants born very preterm and shaping clinical practices worldwide. • Squamish First Nation elder Gwen Harry: For her lifetime of transformative leadership in education, healing and economic development, all while inspiring collaborative reconciliation in B.C. • Academic Dr. Mark Jaccard: For his career contributions to global climate action through innovative energy and environment policy analysis, public engagement and pragmatic, science-based leadership. • Former diplomat Jeremy Kinsman: For his lifelong service in diplomacy and public dialogue, advancing Canada's voice on the global stage. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. • Westbank First Nation Chief Robert Louie: For his transformative leadership in Indigenous self-governance and economic development, setting a national standard for community empowerment and prosperity. • Dr. Robin Love: For his visionary leadership and mentorship, while transforming palliative care and inspiring a global standard of compassionate, equitable end-of-life care. • Businesswoman Susannah Pierce: For her groundbreaking leadership in business and unwavering advocacy for women and Indigenous communities. • Lawyer Allan Seckel: For his leadership and lasting impact across law, government and community, helping to shape a more just and inclusive B.C. • Artist Martha Sturdy: For her groundbreaking contributions to art and design, while inspiring generations through bold creativity, global influence and a lifelong commitment to trail-blazing for women in business and the arts. • Writer Alan Twigg: For his unparalleled contributions to B.C.'s literary landscape, championing writers, preserving stories and building the foundation of a thriving literary culture. • Dr. John Yee: For his life-saving leadership in lung transplantation and cancer screening, delivering world-class care and hope to patients in B.C. dcarrigg@ Read More Vancouver Canucks Vancouver Canucks News Entertainment News
Toronto Star
04-08-2025
- Health
- Toronto Star
Doctors, lawyers, artists and First Nations leaders named to the Order of B.C.
VICTORIA - 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.
Winnipeg Free Press
04-08-2025
- Health
- Winnipeg Free Press
Doctors, lawyers, artists and First Nations leaders named to the Order of B.C.
VICTORIA – 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.
Vancouver Sun
04-08-2025
- Health
- Vancouver Sun
Here's a list of the 2025 recipients of the Order of B.C.
The provincial government has released its list of recipients of the Order of British Columbia for 2025. The order recognizes persons who have made an extraordinary contribution to the province and beyond. They are: • First Nations carver Stan Bevan (Satsan): For cultural leadership, mastery as a carver and pioneering contributions to education that shaped a generation of Northwest Coast First Nations artists. • Businessman Graham Clarke: For his role in driving Vancouver's rise as a global hub through visionary leadership in aviation, trade and tourism. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. • Retired Olympic athlete Charmaine Crooks: For her tireless advocacy for youth, equity and global sport. • Dr. Sandy Dhami: For her dedication to transforming the lives of neurodiverse children and families through inclusive education, mental-health advocacy and compassionate care • Dr. Ruth Grunau: For her pioneering research that has transformed global understanding and care of infant pain, advancing neonatal health of infants born very preterm and shaping clinical practices worldwide. • Squamish First Nation elder Gwen Harry: For her lifetime of transformative leadership in education, healing and economic development, all while inspiring collaborative reconciliation in B.C. • Academic Dr. Mark Jaccard: For his career contributions to global climate action through innovative energy and environment policy analysis, public engagement and pragmatic, science-based leadership. • Former diplomat Jeremy Kinsman: For his lifelong service in diplomacy and public dialogue, advancing Canada's voice on the global stage. • Westbank First Nation Chief Robert Louie (Simon): For his transformative leadership in Indigenous self-governance and economic development, setting a national standard for community empowerment and prosperity. • Dr. Robin Love: For his visionary leadership and mentorship, while transforming palliative care and inspiring a global standard of compassionate, equitable end-of-life care. • Businesswoman Susannah Pierce: For her groundbreaking leadership in business and unwavering advocacy for women and Indigenous communities. • Lawyer Allan Seckel: For his leadership and lasting impact across law, government and community, helping to shape a more just and inclusive B.C. • Artist Martha Sturdy: For her groundbreaking contributions to art and design, while inspiring generations through bold creativity, global influence and a lifelong commitment to trail-blazing for women in business and the arts. • Writer Alan Twigg: For his unparalleled contributions to B.C.'s literary landscape, championing writers, preserving stories and building the foundation of a thriving literary culture. • Dr. John Yee: For his life-saving leadership in lung transplantation and cancer screening, delivering world-class care and hope to patients in B.C. The appointees will be invested at a ceremony at Government House in Victoria on Sept. 16. dcarrigg@
Yahoo
09-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
World-renowned Tsimshian artist's carving found by his B.C. neighbours on a sailboat in Mexico
A couple from Hazelton, B.C., says an unusual discovery while purchasing a boat in Mexico has instilled them with a sense of destiny for an upcoming round-the-world sailing trip. Self-described adventurers Shannon and Steve McPhail have been planning to sail around the world when their youngest daughter graduates high school next year. Shannon said she had been feeling apprehensive about the upcoming trip. But what they found on that boat in Mexico makes her feel like the voyage was meant to be. "It just felt like it was something that blessed our trip," Shannon said during an interview on CBC's Daybreak North. "It's an adventure that now I'm looking forward to with kind of a whole new sense of energy." 'I couldn't believe my eyes' The couple were on a sailing trip up and down the west coast of B.C. and Alaska when Steve found his dream boat online — a Fast Passage, made in Canada. "He found one in Mexico and he put a sort of a Hail Mary bid on it and it was accepted," Shannon said. Steve recently went down to work on the boat in the port city of Guaymas, as the vessel, he admitted, "needs a little bit of love." Steve McPhail works on his recently-purchased boat in Guaymas, Mexico. (Steve McPhail) While he was admiring some of the artwork left behind on the vessel, a unique signature on one of the carvings caught Steve's eye. "I just took a closer look and I couldn't believe my eyes — Roy Vickers," Steve Henry Vickers is a world-renowned Tsimshian artist. Perhaps more remarkably, he's also a close friend of the McPhails and a neighbour of sorts. Vickers lives 15 kilometres up the Skeena river from their home in Hazelton. "Instantly I messaged Roy and Shannon and yeah, it just blew my mind," Steve said. Distant memory Vickers is an author, painter and carver who is a member of both the Order of British Columbia and Order of Canada. One of his best-known works is King Salmon Housefront, on display at the Vancouver International Airport. He's also been nominated for a Grammy after creating the artwork for a Grateful Dead box set. The King Salmon Housefront piece by Roy Henry Vickers on display in the Vancouver International Airport. (Vancouver International Airport) Vickers says hearing about the carving brought back a faint memory from many years ago, when he was working in his gallery in Tofino in the 1990s. "It's like this beautiful memory that has come back to life," Vickers said. "That's one of the most unique pieces I've ever carved." He carved it for a friend who was doing exactly what Steve and Shannon are going to do — sail around the world, he said. The friend insisted the artwork stay with the boat, according to Vickers. He says the carving is unique because it is made from mahogany, whereas he usually works with cedar. The carving is a likeness of himself, with his hair under his headdress carved in the style of Japanese artist Hiroshige, wearing a button blanket with an eagle. A carving by Roy Henry Vickers that was recently found on a boat in Mexico. (Steve McPhail) Carving instills confidence As for the boat, and the trip, Steve said he hopes to continue working on the ship, and plans to sail home in the spring. But he might have to leave those plans for another year. "A sailor's plans are written in the sand at a low tide," he said with a laugh. For Shannon, knowing about the carving and the intention behind it has made her feel confident, no matter what happens. "It's the spirit of going out to explore the world and to be safe," she said. "It feels really good."
