Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 12, 2016
• Invested on: February 17, 2017

For her commitment to Yukon as its 15th commissioner, and for her role in the development of the territory’s tourism industry.

Geraldine Van Bibber has demonstrated outstanding commitment to improving the lives of Yukoners. A member of the Gwich'in First Nation, she played an important role in making the territory a travel-destination by coordinating its tourism industry and broadening awareness of its unique Indigenous cultures. Her community involvement has encompassed diverse initiatives, including the Yukoners’ Cancer Care Fund, the Yukon Advisory Council on Women’s Issues, and the Gathering of Traditions Potlatch Society. She also served as Yukon’s commissioner, and is a key supporter of Yukon College, where she serves as chancellor.