Congratulations to seven secondary school students who are recipients of the Governor General's Academic Medal.
Since 1873, the Governor General's Academic Medal has recognized the outstanding scholastic achievements of students in Canada. It has become one of the most prestigious awards that a student in a Canadian educational institution can receive. The medal is awarded to the student graduating with the highest average from a high school, college or university.
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Michael Burton
Bayside Secondary School
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Moira Wilson
Centre Hastings Secondary School
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Sophie McPherson
Centennial Secondary School
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Meera Moorthy
Eastside Secondary School
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Melissa Elliott
North Hastings High School
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Amanda Johnson
Prince Edward Collegiate Institute
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Addison Walker
Trenton High School
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Pierre Trudeau, Tommy Douglas, Kim Campbell, Robert Bourassa, Robert Stanfield and Gabrielle Roy are past recipients.
Medals are presented on behalf of the Governor General by participating educational institutions, along with personalized certificates signed by the Governor General. There is no monetary award associated with the award.
For more information, please contact:
Kerry Donnell, Communications Officer, 613-966-1170 or 1 800 267-4350, extension 62354, [email protected]