Claim: Instituted in 1999 when Lieutenant Governor Peter Liba granted Royal Assent to The Order of Manitoba Act, the Order of Manitoba is awarded for the excellence and achievement in any field of any Canadian citizen presently or formerly residing in Manitoba, save for politicians and judges while they hold office, that benefits the well being of Manitoba and its residents.
Evidence: Instituted in 1999 when Lieutenant Governor Peter Liba granted Royal Assent to The Order of Manitoba Act, the order is administered by the Governor-in-Council and is intended to honour current or former Manitoba residents for conspicuous achievements in any field, being thus described as the highest honour amongst all others conferred by the Manitoba Crown. Excellence and achievement in any field that benefits the well being of Manitoba and its residents. Any Canadian citizen presently or formerly residing in Manitoba, save for politicians and judges while they hold office.