Former Grand Chief Dr. Matthew Coon Come to Be Appointed as Officer to the Order of Canada
Dr. Matthew Coon Come, former Grand Chief and member of the Cree Nation of Mistissini to be appointed as an Officer of the Order of Canada.
Matthew Coon-Come signing of the Cree Constitution
Former Grand Chief Dr. Matthew Coon Come is among 105 new appointments to the Order of Canada. The investment of a member into the Order is one of the highest civilian achievements; recognizing outstanding achievement, dedication to community and service to the nation.
Matthew's role in the landmark agreements that exist for the Cree people of Eeyou Istchee, his advocacy for the rights of First Nation's people and his dedication to 40 years of public service are among the reasons for this appointment.
The Grand Council of the Crees (Eeyou Istchee)/Cree Nation Government would like to congratulate Matthew on this prestigious honour and thank him for his years of service to the people of Eeyou Istchee!
Matthew Coon Come Investiture as an Officer of the Order of Canada (Follow-up)
Credit/Mention de source: Sgt Johanie Maheu, Rideau Hall, OSGG-BSGG
On Thursday, March 14, 2019 former Grand Chief Dr. Matthew Coon Come was invested into the Order of Canada.
Dr. Coon Come received this recognition for his role in the landmark agreements that exist for the Cree people of Eeyou Istchee, his advocacy for the rights of First Nation's people and his dedication to 40 years of public service are among the reasons for this appointment.
The Grand Council of the Crees (Eeyou Istchee)/Cree Nation Government would like to congratulate former Grand Chief Dr. Matthew Coon Come on this prestigious honour and thank him for his years of service to the people of Eeyou Istchee.
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