Mary Ann Edwards of St. Catharines and Donald Triggs of Niagara-on-the-Lake were among the 80 new appointments announced today
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, made 80 new appointments to the Order of Canada today.
Among them are 2 with strong ties to the Niagara Region.
Donald Lawrence Triggs, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
Donald Triggs’ visionary leadership reshaped Canada’s wine industry, notably growing Vincor International into its largest producer and marketer. His entrepreneurial drive extended to influential roles in industry organizations. Beyond business, he is a committed philanthropist who supports education and the arts with passion and purpose, leaving a lasting impact on multiple sectors.
Mary Ann Edwards, St. Catharines, Ontario
Mary Ann Edwards is a passionate community builder. Founder and long-time volunteer director of the Rankin Cancer Run—Niagara’s signature and most impactful annual fundraising event—she has engaged and mobilized community members, advocated the importance of social responsibility and raised millions of dollars for the region’s cancer care clinics.
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