Ryan Reynolds joins other Canadian luminaries in receiving the Order of Canada for their contributions to society.
Ryan Reynolds attends a ceremony honoring Kevin Feige with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, July 25, 2024, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)This year's list of recipients appointed to the Order of Canada was finally revealed on Wednesday, showcasing a select group of Canadians who've made lasting contributions to their communities. 'Members of the Order of Canada are builders of hope for a better future,' Gov. Gen. Mary Simon said in a news release.
'Each in their own way, they broaden the realm of possibilities and inspire others to continue pushing its boundaries.'The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News App This year will see 88 new appointments, including top university professors and one of Hollywood's biggest stars.Best known for his on-screen presence that captivated worldwide audiences, Reynolds has supported Canadian causes including Water First Education, Covenant House Vancouver and Sick Kids Foundation, and co-founded initiatives to increase opportunities for under-represented groups.An author known for her historical crime novels, which led to the long-running Canadian TV show Murdoch Mysteries, Jennings is a mentor to fellow writers and received the Grandmaster Award from Crime Writers of Canada.A longtime sports broadcaster for CBC Sports, Sportsnet and Hockey Night in Canada, Oake is an advocate for addiction recovery. He also co-founded the Bruce and Anne Oake Memorial Foundation and the Bruce Oake Recovery Centre, which serve marginalized populations across Canada.A former CTV News anchor, Murphy's regional and national broadcasting career earned recognition as the top-rated dinnertime newscast in the Maritimes. He the host of the Christmas Daddies and annual IWK Telethon for Children fundraisers.Gutter is a renowned Holocaust educator, recognized for his promotion of transformational dialogue on human rights and revered for his volunteer servic
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