Canadian Paralympians honoured with Jubilee medal
Canada’s Paralympians were honoured last week for their achievements with the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. 28 Jan 2013
London 2012 Paralympic athletes received the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal in Ottawa, Canada.
"I have loved every minute of my association with the Paralympic Movement and that is perhaps reward enough, however being recognised with such luminaries is a distinct pleasure."
Seventy of Canada's Olympians, Paralympians, coaches and builders gathered in both Vancouver and Ottawa on Friday (25 January) to be honoured with the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.
Recipients were awarded their medal by the Minister of State (Sport), the Honourable Bal Gosal and Minister Gordon O'Connor, Minister of State and Chief Government Whip.
"It's an amazing honour to receive a Diamond Jubilee medal," said Jason Dunkerley, who won silver and bronze medals in athletics at the London 2012 Paralympic Games.
"It's something that I'll look back at and cherish forever. I owe the chance to represent Canada and to medal in London to the incredible support of the people around me – my wife Colleen, my guide runner Josh Karanja, my coach Ian Clark, family and friends. I'd like to thank these people for being a part of this honour and for supporting me to do something that I love."
The Diamond Jubilee medals provide an opportunity to honour exceptional Canadians for their contributions to their fellow citizens, communities and country. During the year of celebrations, 60,000 deserving Canadians from across the country and various walks of life will be recognised.
"I am sincerely proud and thrilled to be recognised with such a significant award," said David Legg, President of the Canadian Paralympic Committee.
"I have loved every minute of my association with the Paralympic Movement and that is perhaps reward enough, however being recognised with such luminaries is a distinct pleasure."
The following people were recipients of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. All London 2012 athletes will be receiving the Diamond Jubilee medal. These names announced are of those who were present at the awards events held in Vancouver and Ottawa.
Paralympians
Kevin Evans, archery
Nathan Dewitt, athletics
Braedon Dolfo, athletics
Dustin Walsh, athletics
Dylan Williamson, athletics Guide
Josh Vander Vies, boccia, 2012 bronze medallist
Doug Ripley, goalball
Meghan Montgomery, rowing
Joan Reid, rowing
Tony Theriault, rowing
Stacie Louttit, sailing, 2008 bronze medallist
John McRoberts, sailing, 2008 bronze medallist
Doug Blessin, shooting
Christos Trifonidis, shooting
Scott Patterson, swimming, 2002 bronze medallist (alpine skiing)
Nathan Stein, swimming, 2012 silver medallist
Janet McLachlan, wheelchair basketball
Jessica Vliegenthart, wheelchair basketball
Ian Chan, wheelchair rugby, 2012 silver, 2008 bronze, 2004 silver medallist
Trevor Hirschfield, wheelchair rugby, 2012 silver medallist, 2008 bronze medallist
Travis Murao, wheelchair rugby, 2012 silver medallist
Jason Dunkerley, athletics, 2012 silver and bronze medallist, 2008 bronze medallist, 2004 silver medallist, 2000 silver medallist
Jonathan Dunkerley, athletics
Joshua Karanja, athletics guide, 2012 silver and bronze medallist
Brianna Jennett-McNeill, swimming
Canadian Paralympic Committee
Josh Dueck, Athlete, Para-Alpine Skiing, 2010 Silver Medallist
Michael Edgson, Athlete, Swimming/Builder/Coach, 1992 Gold (five-time) and Silver medallist, 1998 Gold medallist (eight-time); 1984 Gold (four-time) and Silver medallist
Jennifer Krempien, Athlete, Wheelchair Basketball, 2004 Bronze 2000/1996/1992 Gold medallist
Lilo Ljubisic, Athlete, Athletics, 1996 Bronze medallist (two-time), 1992 Gold and Silver medallist, 1988 Bronze medallist
Tyler Mosher, Athlete, Para-Nordic
Patrick Harris, Builder
Laurel Crosby, Builder
John Cumberbirch, Builder
Jane James, Builder
Terrie Moore, Builder
Isabel Reinertson, Builder
Elisabeth Walker-Young, Builder/Athlete, Swimming, 2004 Bronze medallist, 2000 Gold medalist (three-time), 1996 Bronze medallist
Annie Johnston, Builder
Tim Frick, Coach
Reg Shaw, Coach
Herb Torrance, Coach
Janet Dunn, Coach/Builder
David Legg, Builder
Jordan Bridal, Builder
Michelle Killins, Builder
Linda Sheehan, Builder
Lorette Dupuis, Builder
Dr. Richard Goudie, Builder
Blair McIntosh, Builder
Dr. Jennifer McTavish, Builder
Craig McCord, Coach
Carla Qualtrough, Builder
Andrea Carey, Builder
Rob Needham, Builder
Gaétan Tardif, Builder
Jim Westlake, Builder
Hugh Conlin, Coach
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Canada's coaches, athletes and Paralympic builders received the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal from the Minister of State (Sport), the Honourable Bal Gosal.