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Types of Honours. The Order of the Garter. This is the oldest and most senior order of chivalry in Britain; it is limited to 24 members who are selected and appointed personally by The King. The Order of the Thistle. Recognising sixteen knights by personal gift of The King, this is the highest order of chivalry in Scotland.
A list of Honours, recognising outstanding achievements, personal bravery and services to the UK and British Overseas Territories, is published twice a year by the Cabinet Office: at New Year and in June to mark the Monarch's official birthday. The presentation of the award insignia - or medals - however, happens at Investitures throughout the ...
Royal Lady Companion of the Most Noble Order of the Garter. Dame Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order. Dame of Justice of the Most Venerable Order of the Hospital of Saint John of Jerusalem. Member of the Royal Family Order of Elizabeth II. Recipient of the Service Medal of the Order of St John.
Still, the beginnings of a distinct Canadian honours system came in March 1934, with the creation of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Long Service Medal by royal warrant of King George V, issued on the advice of the Cabinet of R. B. Bennett; this was the first time an honour specific to Canada and for service in Canada had been established by the monarch of Canada (as opposed to earlier ...
The Order of Canada is how our country honours people who make extraordinary contributions to the nation. Since its creation in 1967—Canada’s centennial year—more than 7 600 people from all sectors of society have been invested into the Order. The contributions of these trailblazers are varied, yet they have all enriched the lives of ...
Canadian Honours. Officially created by the sovereign, Canadian honours are presented by the governor general to celebrate and thank extraordinary people for their tremendous contributions to our country. The granting of decorations and medals or an investiture into an order are also means of inspiring others to help build a better country.
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Mary Anne Aaftink. Kanata, Ontario. Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee Medal (2012) Peter Aalbers. Sarnia, Ontario. Exemplary Service Medals. Joel Edward Aalbers. London, Ontario. Governor General's Academic Medal.
