On July 14, the Office of the Lieutenant Governor and Alberta’s government celebrated several exceptional young Albertans during the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Awards Presentation Ceremony at Government House in Edmonton.
Presented annually to eight outstanding Alberta students, the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Citizenship Medallion recognizes those who display exceptional leadership, citizenship, volunteerism or public service. The honour is awarded to young Albertans whose service to others and their communities reflects the values exemplified by Queen Elizabeth II.
The ceremony also recognized two recipients of the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Scholarship, which is given to emerging artists in the fields of performing and visual arts. These scholarships recognize artistic excellence, creativity and dedication while supporting the next generation of Alberta artists as they continue to develop their talents and contribute to our province’s cultural landscape.
“I have always had enormous faith in Alberta’s young people, and this year’s recipients demonstrate a level of creativity, ambition and community spirit that would be remarkable in people twice their age. Applying their intellect and leadership skills to make life easier for others is especially noteworthy and reflects the compassion of Queen Elizabeth II. I look forward to seeing where their abilities take them in the future.”
“The young Albertans we honour with these awards are already leaving their mark on our province. Through service, achievement and a commitment to those around them, they have earned this recognition and exemplify the spirit of excellence that these awards were created to celebrate.”
Alberta’s government congratulates this year’s recipients on this well-earned recognition and thanks them for their contributions to communities across the province.
Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Citizenship Medallion recipients
- Baber Akhtar, Fort McMurray Composite High School, Fort McMurray
- Kate Hadwin, Consort School, Consort
- Jerome Jacob, Christ the King High School, Leduc
- Natasha Murphy, Altario School, Altario
- Nishka Rai, Westwood Community High School, Fort McMurray
- Fatema Riaz, Medicine Hat High School, Medicine Hat
- Kamran Shukoor, Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School, Foothills
- Ameena Taher, Old Scona Academic High School, Edmonton
Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Scholarships for Performing and Visual Arts recipients
- Acacia Sproule, Lacombe
- Aryana Ki-Michaels, Calgary
Quick facts
- In 2022, Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her Platinum Jubilee, which marked 70 years since her ascension to the throne.
- In May 2022, the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Recognition Act was proclaimed in recognition of this milestone, replacing the former Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Recognition Act that had been proclaimed in 2002.
- The awards celebrate young Albertans whose contributions help strengthen communities and improve the lives of others.
- To date, 192 Queen’s Golden and Platinum Jubilee Citizenship awards have been presented.