THE QUEEN’S PLATINUM JUBILEE MEDAL
NOMINATION DEADLINE – NOVEMBER 15th 2022
NOMINATION APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED.
RECIPIENTS WILL BE ANNOUNCED DURING OUR 2023 CONVENTION
On February 22, 2022 the Government of Alberta announced the creation of the Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Medal (Alberta) to mark the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty’s Accession to the Throne as Queen of Canada.
The Province is taking this opportunity to recognize the outstanding service of many Albertans who, like The Queen, have dedicated themselves to the service of family, community and country. The Jubilee year will see 7,000 Medals awarded to worthy recipients. In order to ensure a wide and equitable distribution to the most deserving Albertans in every field of endeavor, the Government of Alberta has chosen a number of trusted partners to select recipients and present them with their Medals. The Alberta Association of Agricultural Societies has been designated as a partner in this program. This is an opportunity for us to recognize deserving individuals who make a real difference in our community.
Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Medal recognizes the significant contributions of Albertans. A new commemorative medal has been created to mark the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s accession to the Throne as Queen of Canada. The Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Medal is a tangible way for Alberta to honour Her Majesty’s service to Canada. The Medal program will be part of the Platinum Jubilee year celebrations, organized by the Government of Alberta. Permission is being sought from the Government of Canada to have the Medal included in the Order of Precedence, along with the other commemorative medals of the Canadian Honours System.
Eligibility
The eligibility criteria for this medal is intentionally broad so it can recognize a wide range of accomplishments in many areas.
A nominee must:
-be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident with a tangible link to Alberta at the time the medal is granted
-have made a significant contribution to Canada, Alberta, or to a particular Alberta region or community
-have been alive on February 6, 2022, the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty’s accession to the throne
These Medals will be presented at our AAAS Annual Convention February 3, 2023