Ottawa – The Canada Games Council (CGC) is proud to recognize 30 remarkable Canadians who have made a profound impact on the Canada Games Movement with the King Charles III Coronation Medal.

“There are countless individuals who have contributed greatly to the rich history of the Canada Games dating back to 1967, and we are incredibly grateful to recognize this group of champions for sparking greatness on and off the field of play,” said Catriona Le May Doan, CGC Chair. “They are difference makers in their communities from coast to coast to coast, and have all helped to strengthen the fabric of Canada through their contributions to the Canada Games.”

Among the recipients are former and current Canada Games athletes, coaches, Mission Team members, partners, Board members and volunteers from both the CGC and past Host Societies. They were selected in recognition of their contributions to the Canada Games, their alignment with the CGC’s mission and values, and their impact on Canadian sport and beyond.  

The CGC is proud to award these medals to these individuals who exemplify leadership in sport through the Canada Games, and reflect the diversity of our nation.

Participants (Athletes, Coaches, Technical Staff, Mission Teams & Distinguished Alumni)

- Patrick Anderson (ON)
- Eekeeluak Avalak (NU)
- Billy Bridges (PE)
- Anastasia Bucsis (AB)
- Kori Cheverie (NS)
- Stephanie Dixon (ON / YT)
- Joy Fera (BC)
- Michelle Healey (NL)
- Jeff Hipfner (NT)
- Lorne Lasuita (SK)
- Jaida Lee (NL)
- Blair McIntosh (ON)
- Cindy Ouellet (QC)
- Katarina Roxon (NL)
- Karen Sherriffs (NL)
- Sami Jo Small (MB)
- Nicole Smith (NB)
- Harvey Weber (SK)

Canada Games Council (Leadership Volunteers & Builders)

- Lynn Blouin (QC)
- Evan Johnston (MB)
- Judy Joseph-Black (BC)
- Lane MacAdam (ON)
- Tom Quinn (QC)

Host Societies (Staff, Leadership & Games-Time Volunteers)

- Wayne Carew (PE)
- Anthony Everett (BC)
- Doug Hamilton (ON)
- Piers McDonald (YT)
- Hubert Mesman (MB)
- Jamie Schwartz (NL)
- Vittoria Wikston (ON)

The individuals will receive their medals from the CGC leading up to the St. John’s 2025 Canada Games in August.

A Canadian commemorative medal marking His Majesty King Charles III’s Coronation on May 6, 2023, this honour recognizes 30,000 outstanding individuals of all ages and from all walks of life who have made a difference in their communities. The program is administered by the Chancellery of Honours, as part of the Office of the Secretary to the Governor General (OSGG).

About the Canada Games Council

The Canada Games Council, a private, non-profit organization, is the governing body for the Canada Games. Held once every two years, alternating between winter and summer, the Canada Games represent the highest level of national competition for up and coming Canadian athletes. The Games have been hosted in every province at least once since their inception in Quebec City during Canada’s Centennial in 1967. The Games are proud of their contribution to Canada’s sport development system, in addition to their lasting legacy of sport facilities, community pride and national unity. The organization of the Canada Games is made possible through the tireless dedication of local Host Societies and the contribution and support of the federal, provincial/territorial and host municipal governments.

The office is located in Ottawa, Ontario, on the traditional territory of the Algonquin Anishinabek People.