Bouquets
CARC recognizes these individuals for their achievements in 1987:
Max Dunbar, for his many years of scientific research on arctic issues, leading to his being awarded the 1987 Northern Science Medal.
Peter Jull, for his many years of contributions prior to his relocation to Australia
Steve Kakfwi, for his years of service as president of the Dene Nation, and his recent election to the Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly.
Pope John Paul II, for keeping his promise and returning to Fort Simpson.
Tom McMillan, Minister of the Environment, for efforts leading to the signing of the Porcupine Caribou Herd Agreement and, along with Cabinet colleague Joe Clark, for standing firm in opposing development of the Alaska National Wildlife Refuge.
Jim Sinclair, president of the Métis National Council, for his passionate closing speech at the 1987 First Ministers' Conference on Aboriginal Constitutional Matters, a process long on legalisms and short on progress.
Nick Sibbeston, for his diplomatic skills as government
leader in a jurisdiction characterized by "consensus" politics, multiple
of ficial languages, and the prospect of division.