Fr. Jim Holland of Sacred Heart Church of the First Peoples is one of eight people to become a member of the Alberta Order of Excellence this year. This is Alberta’s highest honour that a citizen can receive and is part of the Canadian Honours System.

“These inspiring citizens are sharing the best of their energy, ideas and abilities in their work to strengthen communities and foster enhanced opportunities for Albertans. They are great mentors and leaders who inspire us all in our collective efforts to build the best possible province.” – Lt.-Gov. Lois E. Mitchell

The investiture ceremony will be held in Edmonton on October 19.