The Right Honourable David Johnston, The Governor General of Canada, has announced 100 new recipients to the Order of Canada.

“I am delighted to recognize these new recipients of the Order of Canada in this milestone year,” said Johnston. “Besides marking Canada’s 150th anniversary, 2017 marks the 50th anniversary of the Order. So let’s be inspired by the examples set by these remarkable Canadians and use this occasion to build a smarter and more caring country in which every individual can succeed to the greatest extent possible.”

Notable appointments in fields relating to classical music include:

Russell Braun, O.C., Georgetown, Ontario

For his accomplishments as an internationally renowned opera singer and cultural ambassador for our country.

Michael Schade, O.C., Oakville, Ontario

For his achievements as a renowned tenor and for his contributions to the world of opera. This is an honorary appointment.

Howard Leslie Shore, O.C., New York, New York, United States of America and Toronto, Ontario

For his contributions to the film music industry as an internationally celebrated composer and conductor.

Donna June Bennett, C.M., and Brian Leslie Finley, C.M., Campbellford, Ontario

(Co-founders of Westben Arts Festival Theatre) For their dedication to fostering the performing arts, musical education and community building in rural Ontario.

Andre Bourbeau, C.M., C.Q., Dunham, Quebec

For his contributions to the development of Canada’s music and opera scene and for his dedication to the next generation of musicians.

Tanya Tagaq Gillis, C.M., Cambridge Bay, Nunavut

For her contributions to Canadian culture through her avant-garde Inuit throat singing.

Katherine Carleton, C.M. Peterborough, Ontario

For her efforts to promote a thriving arts and culture sector in Canada as an advocate and voice for Canadian orchestras.

Congrats to all!

For a full list, see www.gg.ca

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