Edmonton - On Wednesday, October 16 of this year, the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta will preside over an investiture ceremony as Anne McLellan and seven other outstanding Albertans join the ranks of the Alberta Order of Excellence in recognition of their diverse and longstanding contributions on the local, provincial, national and international stage.

"The Alberta Order of Excellence inductees for 2013 reflect the best traits the people of our province have to offer: innovation, determination and a deep-seeded commitment to serving others," said His Honour, Col. (Ret'd) the Honourable Donald S. Ethell. "I know that their stories and their many contributions will serve to inspire their fellow Albertans now and in the future."

Joining McLellan as new A members chosen for investiture in 2013 are: Cpt. Douglas Eaglesham, Dr. Roger Gibbins, Douglas O. Goss, Dr. George W. Govier, Catherine Roozen and Hon. Capt (N) William (Bill) Wilson.

The Lieutenant Governor of Alberta serves as Chancellor of the Order. This will bring the total A membership to 132.

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