Hans Blohm - Member of the Order of Canada

Unofficial Photo of Hans receiving the Order of Canada by 

his Excellency The Right Honourable David Johnston, 

Governor General of Canada

© Reuters/Patrick Doyle

Congratulations Hans on your appointment to the Order of Canada – a recognition well deserved.
The Investiture Ceremony was held this morning at Rideau Hall.  More information of Hans' appointment can be found on the Governor General of Canada's website.
We are all so proud of your accomplishments Hans.  See you soon.
Claus

See post on announcement of Hans' appointment in December, 2011

UPDATE:  Hans was also awarded, by the Governor General, the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal during the evening reception.


From the Governor General's Website

Hans-Ludwig Blohm, C.M.
Ottawa, Ontario

Hans-Ludwig Blohm has helped to protect, preserve and promote Canada’s northern culture through his camera lens. An acclaimed photographer, he has travelled extensively throughout the country’s northern regions, capturing images and stories of the Inuit, and chronicling the lives and events that have shaped the region. His exhibitions, which also feature his innovative work in microchip photography, have toured the world, while his photos have graced the pages of many books, magazines and Canadian postage stamps.