Five community leaders are the newest members to receive the Order of New Brunswick.
“The 2024 recipients of the Order of New Brunswick have distinguished themselves as leaders in a variety of fields,” said Lt.-Gov. Brenda Murphy. “These remarkable New Brunswickers have brought people together, broken down barriers and committed to building inclusive and equitable environments for all. Congratulations to these true role models who work tirelessly to improve their communities while inspiring New Brunswickers to give back in their own ways.”
The new members are:
• Kassim Doumbia, from Shippagan, for promoting the inclusion of immigrants, his volunteer activities, his dedication to economic growth and cultural and community vitality, and his efforts to increase community engagement among youth.
• Carmen Gibbs, from Grand-Bouctouche (district of Saint-Thomas de Kent), for her deep sense of commitment and exceptional accomplishments, her collaborative spirit, and her profound desire to equip community organizations across New Brunswick to work toward building a more open, vibrant and just society.
• John Leroux, from Fredericton, for his outstanding vision, dedication and commitment to the future of the province’s architecture and to the protection of historic buildings, and for his passion for building an improved quality of life for generations to come.
• Robert K. Irving, from Moncton, for his extensive community involvement, his generosity, and his exceptional altruism towards the advancement of his community and province.
• Karen O. Taylor, from Woodstock, for her lifelong dedication to addressing injustice, improving other people’s lives, and supporting initiatives that make her community, province and country better.
The Order of New Brunswick was established in 2000 to recognize individuals who have demonstrated a high level of excellence and achievement in their field.
Since 2002, more than 200 accomplished individuals have been invested with the order.
Members of this group to receive the honour are now entitled to use the initials O.N.B. after their names.
