The Honourable John Crosbie,
Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador and
Chancellor of the Order of Newfoundland and Labrador,
today announced the most recent individuals to be
inducted into the Order of Newfoundland and Labrador.
The individuals are: Gerard Cantwell
Blackmore; Donna J. Butt; Jon Lien; Hazel R. Newhook;
Gladys Manuel Osmond; John Crosbie Perlin; Margaret Pike
and Geoffrey William Stirling. Alan Perry will be
inducted as an honourary member of the Order of
Newfoundland and Labrador. An honourary membership is
presented to individuals who are not Canadian citizens
but who have demonstrated excellence in their fields of
endeavour, and whose endeavors have benefited in an
outstanding manner the province and its residents.
"These women and men exemplify the
intent of the Order of Newfoundland and Labrador, our
province�s highest honour," said Mr. Crosbie. "Through
their passion and commitment in all of their endeavors,
they have made a lasting contribution to our province
and our people. They are truly outstanding individuals
and I look forward to recognizing them with the Order."
The investiture will take place at
Government House on Friday, December 11.
"I extend my sincere congratulations
to each of the inductees to the Order of Newfoundland
and Labrador," said the Honourable Danny Williams,
Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador. "Each of these
individuals has made a tremendous contribution to our
province in their own exceptional and unique way. Their
lives and the achievements for which they are being
honoured are a reminder of the incredible talent, grit
and determination of our people. They are representative
of the extraordinary people that make up this great
province, and it will be a great privilege to witness
their investiture into the Order."
The Order of Newfoundland and Labrador
is the highest honour of the province and recognizes
individuals who have demonstrated excellence and
achievement in any field of endeavour benefiting in an
outstanding manner Newfoundland and Labrador and its
residents. The first investiture took place in 2004.
Any person or group may nominate an
individual for recognition by the Order. An independent
group called the Order of Newfoundland and Labrador
Advisory Council selects members to be invested into the
Order after considering all nominations received.
Nominations for the next induction
into the Order of Newfoundland and Labrador may be made
until January 31, 2010. For more information, please
visit
www.gov.nl.ca/onl.
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The visual, aural and
performance art created by Gerard Cantwell Blackmore has
been essential to capturing the memories and
recollections of this province. Born in the town of
Grand Falls, he has recreated the essence of our
provincial spirit and presented it to us as a gift,
adding another chapter to our colourful and celebrated
history.
Donna J. Butt
Donna Butt has used her many creative
talents to become a purveyor of our culture, and a
caretaker of our past. Her vision, carried out in part
through the Rising Tide Theatre, has played a
significant role in keeping alive the rich tradition of
arts and entertainment in this province today.
Jon Lien
Dr. Jon Lien has been
instrumental in areas of conservation throughout the
province, and is credited with saving hundreds of whales
trapped in fishing gear. From the moment he accepted a
position at Memorial University in 1968, he made an
enduring commitment to a new country, a unique province
and a people that he would serve wholeheartedly.
Hazel R. Newhook
Hazel Newhook has had
many careers throughout her life � business owner,
mayor, provincial Cabinet Minister and volunteer � each
aimed at giving and providing for people who need it
most. Building a business reputation for helping people
365 days a year she carried that trait into public life
and has paved a road of inspiration for generations to
come.
Gladys M. Osmond
For over two decades Gladys Manuel
Osmond�s letters to "Any Canadian Soldier" have provided
the comfort of home to thousands of members of the
Canadian Forces. Mailing letters by the bundle from her
home in Springdale, her dedication has ensured that
wherever our soldiers are in the world they are in her
thoughts and heart.
John C. Perlin
John Crosbie Perlin
has lent himself to many causes and over 50 charitable,
community, provincial and national organizations. His
involvement in any endeavour is a precursor for success,
and a sign that a greater good will be the product of
his efforts.
Geoffrey Alan Perry
Since first visiting
this province in the 1980s Dr. Perry has continually
promoted and encouraged the documentation, and
preservation of Newfoundland and Labrador�s history with
that of its English and European roots. Dr. Perry�s
commitment to this province and its historical
connections to his homeland have left an indelible mark
on our historical psyche.
Margaret Pike
Guided by values of equality, honesty
and compassion, Margaret Pike has committed herself to
advancing the rights of people with developmental
disabilities. Her work continues to positively affect
thousands of people, their families and their
communities within this province. Her dedication has
proven invaluable to the success of her endeavours.
Geoffrey W. Stirling
Geoffrey William
Stirling�s deep footprints throughout this province can
be tracked from pre-Confederation days to the present.
His communication enterprises have helped bring the
world to our doorsteps, all the while documenting our
growth as a people and a province for the world to see.
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