In 1967, in commemoration of the centenary of Canadian Confederation, the Rural Municipality of Fort Garry initiated this award to recognize residents who had rendered meritorious community service.
Member
Year
Alexander James Dryton Bridge (1912-1985)
1969
J. R. G. Cloutier
1970
Maurice Alonzo Cournoyer (1894-1975)
1970
Laurie Edward Evans (1933-2016)
1973
Leslie Raymond “Ray” Fennell (1893-1986)
1968
Albert C. Ferguson
1972
Rupert Roderick Fultz (1915-1988)
1971
Elizabeth “Betty” Ireton (1921-2004)
1973
Daisy Johnston
1972
Donalda Lamoureaux
1970
John Adam Menzies
1970
See also:
Manitoba Communities: Fort Garry (Unincorporated Rural Municipality)
“Ex-Mayor Fennell honored,” Winnipeg Free Press, 3 January 1968, page 3.
“Citizens given pins, awards,” Winnipeg Free Press, 7 January 1970, page 25.
“Four to receive community awards,” Winnipeg Free Press, 24 April 1973, page 26.
This page was prepared by Gordon Goldsborough.
Page revised: 2 September 2020
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