Eleanor Milne, CM

Eleanor Milne became a Member of the Order of Canada in 1988, an award of merit for distinguished contributions to the nation. The Order of Canada was first instituted in 1967. The levels of Officer and Member were introduced in July 1972. To see details about the honours accorded to Members, Officers and Companions of the Order see the Canada's Digital Collections project, Canadian Military Medals and Decorations (external link).

Order of Canada The Order of Canada is considered the centrepiece of Canada's system of honours to living Canadians who exemplify the highest qualities of citizenship and contribute to the lives of their contemporaries. The Order has three levels: Companion, Officer and Member. Members are recognized for demonstrating outstanding service to their country within Canada. The Sovereign Head of the Order is the Queen, and the Governor General of Canada is Chancellor and Principal Companion. Appointments are recommended by an Advisory Council chaired by the Chief Justice of Canada. Fewer than one-hundred citizens receive the distinction of being inducted as Members in any one year.

The medal is inscribed with the Latin motto DESIDERANTES MELIOREM PATRIAM which means "They desire a better country."

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