Terri Clark in 2022. (Photo: Pattison Media)

By Jesse Gill

Medicine Hat’s Terri Clark one of 80 individuals appointed to the Order of Canada

Dec 31, 2025 | 9:21 AM

Medicine Hat-raised country singer Terri Clark is one of the 80 individuals appointed to the Order of Canada on Wednesday.

The Order of Canada is the highest designation in the Canadian Honours System granted by Governor General Mary Simon.

It recognizes people across all sectors of society who have made extraordinary and sustained contributions to our nation.

The appointment stated that Clark, who now spends time between London, Ont. and Nashville, Tenn., is a Canadian country music icon who has left an indelible mark on the genre at home and abroad.

It adds that she was the first Canadian female inducted into the Grand Ole Opry, and her trailblazing career has inspired countless Canadian artists, opening doors for international recognition and elevating the country music landscape across borders.

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Other appointees from Alberta include:

• Bert Cecil Crowfoot (Siksika First Nation/Edmonton) – Founder and CEO of the Aboriginal Multi-Media Society of Alberta
• D. Lorne J. Tyrrell (Edmonton) – Professor and clinician-scientist at the University of Alberta
• Phyllis A. Arnold (Edmonton) – Educator, former writer/publisher who produced teaching materials for Grades 4-12
• Chris Dodd (Edmonton) – Performing artist, playwright, accessibility advocate
• Eddy Isaacs (Edmonton) – Former CEO of Alberta Innovates and Alberta Energy Research Institute
• Karl Tomm (Calgary) – Psychiatrist, university professor, founder of Calgary Family Therapy Centre

Also appointed to the Order of Canada is Maple Creek, Saskatchewan’s Michelle Frances Good.

Good is a member of the Red Pheasant Cree Nation.

The appointment stated that she is esteemed for her work as an activist, lawyer and storyteller.

It adds that as a survivor of the Sixties Scoop and the intergenerational trauma of the residential school system, she has confronted laws that continue to hurt Indigenous communities and advocates reconciliation, truth and respect.

Since the creation of the Order of Canada in 1967, more than 8,250 people from all sectors of society have been appointed to the Order.

In a statement, Governor General Simon said that the Order of Canada fosters a sense of pride and cohesion in our country.

“Every appointment celebrates not only the talent, expertise and dedication of individuals, but also the countless lives they have touched through their work, vision and contributions,” Simon said.

“Their commitment extends beyond borders, inspiring progress in our communities, our country and around the world,” she added.

“I offer my heartfelt congratulations to each new appointee on this well‑deserved recognition.”

You can see the full list of appointees to the Order of Canada at gg.ca