Doctors, lawyers, artists and First Nations leaders named to the Order of B.C.

Doctors, athletes, artists and First Nations and business leaders are all among the 15 people named to be invested in the Order of British Columbia.

B.C. Lt.-Gov. Wendy Cocchia, who is chancellor of the order, says she welcomes the group of people whose dedication, compassion and vision have left a lasting mark on communities across the province. 

Dr. Ruth Grunau is on the list for changing the understanding of care of infant pain, while Dr. Sandy Dhami is recognized for transforming the lives of neurodiverse children.

Also named are First Nations cultural leader and master carver Stan Bevan, and Chief Robert Louie for his leadership in Indigenous self-governance and economic development. 

Olympian Charmaine Crooks has been appointed for her sporting legacy, and Dr. John Yee for his life-saving leadership in lung transplantation and cancer screening. 

Author Alan Twigg and artist and designer Martha Sturdy are also being recognized for their contributions and influence. 

Premier David Eby congratulated the recipients, saying each of them has made life better for their fellow British Columbians. 

Here are the 15 people appointed to the order: 

Stan Bevan (Satsan), Terrace 

Graham Clarke, Vancouver

Charmaine Crooks, West Vancouver

Dr. Sandy Dhami, Richmond 

Dr. Ruth Grunau, Vancouver

Elder Gwen Harry (Chesha7 / Wigistame), Squamish

Dr. Mark Jaccard, Vancouver

Jeremy Kinsman, Victoria

Chief Robert Louie (Simo), West Kelowna

Dr. Robin Love, Lantzville

Susannah Pierce, West Vancouver

Allan Seckel, Vancouver

Martha Sturdy, West Vancouver 

Alan Twigg, Vancouver

 Dr. John Yee, Vancouver

Picture Courtesy: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chad Hipolito