January 12, 2009
NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR ORDER OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

VICTORIA – Nominations for the Order of British Columbia, the Province’s highest recognition of excellence and lifetime achievement, are now being accepted by the Honours and Awards Secretariat.

“The Order of B.C. acknowledges British Columbians who have distinguished themselves through their dedication, determination, and excellence, benefiting our great province or elsewhere,” said Honourable Steven Point, Lieutenant-Governor and Chancellor of the Order of British Columbia. “I encourage you to take the time and make the effort to nominate any citizen who you think is deserving of this extraordinary honour.”

Nominations for the Order of British Columbia will be accepted until 5 p.m., March 10, 2009. An independent advisory council headed by British Columbia Chief Justice Lance Finch will consider all nominees. A dinner and special ceremony of recognition will be hosted by Lt.-Gov. Point at Government House for recipients and invited guests.

The Order of British Columbia was established in 1989. Since its inception, 275 British Columbians have been honoured.

Nomination forms and information are available by contacting the Honours and Awards Secretariat in Victoria at 250 387-1616 or on the Internet at www.protocol.gov.bc.ca. Forms are also available at government agent offices.

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This news release is online at www.protocol.gov.bc.ca.

Contact:
Karen Felker
Honours and Awards Secretariat
250 387-1616