The prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medal has been awarded to two distinguished Peachland residents, Barb Dionne and Don Wilson, for their outstanding contributions to the community.
Barb Dionne has served Peachland for multiple decades as both an entrepreneur and former municipal councillor. As senior constituency assistant to MPs Stockwell Day and Dan Albas, she helped hundreds of constituents navigate government services over two decades. Currently president of the Peachland Historical Society, she is a member of the team that manages the Peachland Museum and Visitor Centre helping showcase the Okanagan Valley to visitors from around the world.
鈥淭he true patriots are often the unsung heroes who work tirelessly to help others succeed in life. Barb Dionne exemplifies this spirit,鈥 said Day, a former federal cabinet minister.
鈥淚 congratulate her.鈥
A pillar of the Peachland community for 86 years, Don Wilson has demonstrated exceptional dedication to public safety and local history. His distinguished career includes service as volunteer fire chief, ambulance attendant and more than 25 years on municipal council.
Wilsonsa国际传媒 passionate commitment to preserving local history is evident in his three decades of volunteer work at the Peachland Museum.
鈥淒on Wilsonsa国际传媒 lifetime of service to our community, particularly his leadership in emergency services and dedication to preserving our local heritage, makes him an outstanding example of citizenship,鈥 stated Peachland Mayor Patrick Van Minsel.
鈥淭he King Charles III Coronation Medal recognizes those who have demonstrated exceptional qualities and contributed to their communities in remarkable ways,鈥 said Dan Albas, member of Parliament for Central Okanagan-Similkameen-Nicola. 鈥淏oth these recipients exemplify the values of service, dedication, and community building that this prestigious medal represents.鈥
The King Charles III Coronation Medal celebrates Canadians who have made exceptional contributions to their communities, province or country.
Both recipients personify the dedication to public service that this prestigious honour represents.
