![]() Photo by Adrian Wyld / CP Governor General David Johnston shakes hands with Tragically Hip singer Gord Downie after investing him in the Order of Canada during a ceremony at Rideau Hall, Monday, Jin Ottawa. Downie, who announced last year that he was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, has become a strong advocate for indigenous people and issues. Photo by Adrian Wyld / CP Tragically Hip singer Gord Downie attends the ceremony where he received the Order of Canada from Governor General David Johnston (right) as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau looks on in Ottawa on Monday, June 19, 2017. Downie and Guest were invested into the Order of Canada, and Maracle was invested as an Officer of the Order. Photo by Adrian Wyld / CP Tragically Hip singer Good Downie raises his arm in response to a speaker as he sits with Sylvia Maracle (right) and Jacqueline Guest(left) during an awards ceremony Monday, Jin Ottawa. Tragically Hip singer Good Downie congratulates Sylvia Maracle on being invested as an Officer of the Order of Canada during a ceremony, Monday Jin Ottawa. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was among the dignitaries in attendance and applauded as indigenous activist Sylvia Maracle was also named an officer of the order.ĭownie’s band mates - Rob Baker, Johnny Fay, Paul Langois and Gord Sinclair - have also been named to the order and are to receive their citations at a later date. The singer and social activist, diagnosed last year with an incurable form of brain cancer, was being recognized for his efforts to bring attention to the history of residential schools and to advance the cause of reconciliation. Downie was inducted as a member of the Order of Canada at the Rideau Hall ceremony. Johnston was presiding over a ceremony in which Downie and 28 others were honoured for their work in raising awareness of indigenous issues. “The better country we desire is, above all, a more inclusive one that supports, encourages and acknowledges the contributions of all peoples, including Indigenous Peoples.” This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Manage Print Subscription / Tax Receipt.National Capital Region's Top Employers.
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