(Ottawa) Two well-known Quebecers, writer Kim Thúy and businessman Lino Saputo, are among 59 new members of the Order of Canada named by Canada's governor general on Thursday.
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Jean-Philippe Denoncourt The Canadian Press
Several other Quebecers appear on the list of honored people, including three companions, 15 officers and an honorary officer.
Senator Serge Joyal benefits from one of the promotions by becoming a Companion of the Order of Canada. He is recognized for his contributions to politics and for his influence as a supporter in the fields of arts, heritage and culture.
Former Quebec health and social services minister Réjean Hébert of Sherbrooke is appointed civil servant for his work on the autonomy of older people through his research in gerontology and his contribution to development policy in this area.
Josephine Bacon is recognized for her contributions to Indigenous literature and culture in Canada, while Peter Robb Pearson is recognized for his original work as a filmmaker and his tireless promotion of film and television in Canada.
The other new members of the Order of Canada from Quebec are neuroradiologist Raquel Zegarra del Carpio-O'Donovan, Osama El-Sayed Moselh for his groundbreaking contributions to engineering and construction management, double bassist and teacher Joel Andrew Quarrington and Martine Monique Roy for their efforts as a leader, activist and advocate for diversity, inclusion and equality in Canada's diverse sexual communities.
The Governor General recognizes Kim Thúy for amplifying the voices and experiences of migrants and refugees, and Lino Saputo for his contribution to the Canadian economy as a business leader and for his philanthropic actions in support of non-profit organizations.
Louise Imbeault of New Brunswick is on the list of officers for her leadership and commitment to promoting Acadian culture. Michael de Adder, also from New Brunswick, became a member because of his artistic contributions and his work in editorial cartoons.
Franco-Ontarian journalist André Picard will also become a Member of the Order of Canada for his commitment to promoting understanding of public health issues.