The Governor General of Canada has announced 120 new appointments to the Order of Canada.
Of note, former Prime Minister Stephen Harper has been named a companion, the highest level of honour in the Order.
Oscar-winning director James Cameron and Nobel Prize-winning physicist Donna Strickland were also named as companions.
Also on the list is Cirque du Soleil co-founder Gilles Ste-Croix.
Two New Brunswickers have also been appointed to the Order.
Omer Chouinard from Moncton is being recognized for his efforts to protect ecosystems in the Maritimes as a professor of environmental studies.
As is Derek Lister of Fredericton, for his contributions to nuclear energy research and improvements to occupational safety.
A full list of appointments can be found online.
