Two Nunavummiut were honoured with induction to the Order of Canada during a Dec. 29 ceremony, where CanadaSA国际影视传媒檚 Governor General Mary Simon announced 135 appointments to the order.
KugluktukSA国际影视传媒檚 Asger Rye SA国际影视传媒楻edSA国际影视传媒� Pedersen was recognized for his contributions to the growth and development of public government in CanadaSA国际影视传媒檚 North.
Born in 1935, Pedersen said he has seen significant change take place in the North over the his many years as the area administrator for Kugluktuk, Pangnirtung and Behchoko, NWT.
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Cambridge BaySA国际影视传媒檚 Charlie Kakotok Evalik was also awarded the Order for his leadership as a chief negotiator in the Nunavut Agreement and architect of social and economic development in Nunavut.
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Created in 1967, the Order of Canada is a way for Canada to honour people who make significant contributions to the nation. The OrderSA国际影视传媒檚 motto, Desiderantes Meliorem Patriam means SA国际影视传媒渢hey desire a better country.SA国际影视传媒�
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