Congratulations to seven secondary school graduates who are recipients of the Governor General's Academic Medal. It is awarded to the student graduating with the highest average from a high school, college or university.
Award recipients
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Molly Chisholm, Central Hastings School
- Lina Huang, Eastside Secondary School
- Tiia Kari, Bayside Secondary School
- Connor McCrae, Trenton High School
- Maggie Rice, Prince Edward Collegiate Institute
- Austin Williams, Centennial Secondary School
- Sydney Winmill, North Hastings High School
Since 1873, the Governor General's Academic Medal has recognized the outstanding scholastic achievements of students in Canada. It has become one of the most prestigious awards that a student in a Canadian educational institution can receive. Medals are presented on behalf of the Governor General by participating educational institutions, along with personalized certificates signed by the Governor General.