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The Order of Gabriel Dumont is awarded by the GDI annually to a small number of persons who have serviced the Métis of Canada with distinction. Investment into the Order is one of the Métis Nation’s highest civilian honours. You are invited to nominate someone from your community who you feel deserves this special recognition.

The Gold medal is awarded based on lifetime achievements and services. Past winners have provided the Métis with a lifetime of exceptional service in areas such as education, politics, health care, community development, and culture. They tend to be at the end of their career or retired, celebrating how their contributions have made a difference over time. The Silver medal has been presented to community leaders, activists, artists, business persons, and contributors active in the Métis community. Silver medalists tend to be those still active in their endeavours to enrich the Métis community.