Every snowflake is unique, just as is every member of the Order.
Canadians from coast to coast to coast and of all ages can be appointed to the Order of Canada. Federal and provincial politicians and judges may not be considered while holding office. This year, the three members of the rock group RUSH from Ontario were appointed as Officers of the Order. In past years, Mr. Joe Crow Shoe and his wife, Josephine Crow Shoe, from Alberta, were appointed as Members for their contribution to the preservation of their culture in Canada. Husband and wife ballet partners, Anik Bissonnette and Louis Robitaille, from Quebec, were both appointed as Officers.