Order of Canada for Nardwuar
Journalist and musician Nardwuar the Human Serviette has been appointed to the Order of Canada.
“As an independent music, and campus and community radio advocate, he has helped shape our identity, while also earning a devoted global following through his distinctive interview style, tireless research, and support for rising stars and celebrated names,” reads the order’s description of Nardwuar’s contributions.
“I am in awe,” said Nardwuar on social media.
He said he wanted to dedicate the order to his late mother, who taught him about “history, local independent media, and the value of research.”
“I know that she would be, like me, overcome with joy and doot doula doot doo…”
Student DJ heads to NHL
Grande Prairie Public School Division announced that Parkside Montessori student Dj Otis would serve as the DJ for the Edmonton Oilers game against the Philadelphia Flyers on Jan. 3.
Children aged 8 to 13 from across the province took part in the Oilers Next Gen event.
Veterans want a new cenotaph in GP
Veterans Frank Skolly and Dean Langton told Grande Prairie City council they believe it’s time for a new cenotaph.
“This cenotaph has not been properly updated in 30 – 40 years,” said Skolly, noting that the current cenotaph in Jubilee Park should be replaced.
Skolly hopes to have a new cenotaph similar to the original one in the city. The current cenotaph is the third iteration.
He also wants the cenotaph to be moved to accommodate more people at Remembrance Day ceremonies.
