Over 80 individuals, including political and health leaders, have been appointed to the Order of Canada. Notable appointees include Marc-André Blanchard (incoming chief of staff to PM Mark Carney), Dr. Theresa Tam (former chief public health officer), Dr. Bonnie Henry (BC provincial health officer), and former finance minister John Manley. The appointments recognize significant contributions to Canada.
Political, health leaders among more than 80 new appointees to the Order of Canada
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Over 80 individuals, including political and health leaders, have been appointed to the Order of Canada. Notable appointees include Marc-André Blanchard (incoming chief of staff to PM Mark Carney), Dr. Theresa Tam (former chief public health officer), Dr. Bonnie Henry (BC provincial health officer), and former finance minister John Manley. The appointments recognize significant contributions to Canada.
Trending- 1 1967: Order of Canada created
- 2 2009: John Manley initially inducted as an officer
- 3 June 2025: Dr. Theresa Tam retired as Canada’s chief public health officer
- 4 Today (June 30, 2025): Governor General Mary Simon announces 83 new appointments to the Order of Canada
- 5 July 2025: Marc-André Blanchard takes over as Prime Minister Mark Carney’s chief of staff
- 6 Tuesday (July 1, 2025): Governor General to preside over Order of Canada ceremony at Lebreton Flats Park, investing five people
- 7 Later date: Inductees announced today will be invested in ceremonies
- Recognition of significant contributions to Canada
- Individuals receive prestigious national honour
What: More than 80 new appointments to the Order of Canada were announced.
When: Today (Monday, June 30, 2025); Marc-André Blanchard takes over in July; Dr. Theresa Tam retired in June; John Manley initially inducted in 2009; Order created in 1967; Canada Day celebrations on Tuesday.
Where: Ottawa, British Columbia
Why: To recognize individuals whose dedication and passion for service enrich communities and help shape the nation.
How: Governor General Mary Simon announced the appointments. Inductees will be invested in ceremonies scheduled at a later date, with five people being invested on Canada Day.