From October 2024 through summer 2025, I had the great privilege of meeting with, learning about, and honouring Ontarians who represent the very best of our province.<\/p>\n
The King Charles III Coronation Medal was created to celebrate His Majesty\u2019s coronation and to recognize people who have made meaningful contributions to their communities and to our country. In total, 30,000 Canadians received medals through a medal program administered nationally by the Chancellery of Honours at Rideau Hall. My office was entrusted with 491, to be presented on behalf of the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada.<\/p>\n
In collaboration with more than 40 community and non-profit organizations across the province, we helped recognize leadership, service, creativity, and courage.\u00a0 Recipients included people from many sectors and of all ages whose contributions have strengthened our communities and upheld the enduring values of compassion, integrity, and public spirit.<\/p>\n
My office hosted medal ceremonies in the Lieutenant Governor\u2019s Suite at Queen\u2019s Park, and I presided over ceremonies hosted by partner organizations in different parts of the province. It was truly wonderful to have the chance to meet recipients, along with their families and friends, and to learn about some of the incredible things Ontarians have been doing to make our Canada more caring and resilient, and to help their communities become places we can be proud of, where everyone feels a sense of belonging.<\/p>\n
I extended my heartfelt congratulations and deepest gratitude to each recipient. Their medals recognize their invaluable impact and, I trust, will inspire others to serve with the same commitment and distinction.<\/p>\n
Thank you, as well, to all of our partners, whose dedication and championing of unsung heroes helped make the Coronation Medal program a national celebration with a local heart.<\/p>\n