His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, announced on July 1st 100 new appointments to the Order of Canada. The new appointees include 2 Companions (C.C.), 11 Officers (O.C.) and 87 Members (C.M.). These appointments were made on the recommendation of the Advisory Council for the Order of Canada.

One Yellow Rabbit co-founder and ensemble member Blake Brooker was nominated as a member. 

Recipients will be invited to accept their insignia at a ceremony to be held at a later date.

The Order of Canada, one of our country’s highest civilian honours, was established in 1967, during Canada’s centennial year, to recognize outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the nation. Over the last 45 years, more than 6 000 people from all sectors of society have been invested into the Order.

Congratulations Blake!

Click here to read an article about Blake’s nomination in the Calgary Herald.