2020

The annual Vancouver Sun Harry Jerome International Track Classic, scheduled for Burnaby’s Swangard Stadium, Saturday, May 30, was cancelled due to the COVID-19 virus.

By: Riley Denver Athletics Canada

Diane Clement never stops moving forward. Her spirit of commitment, dedication and service to the sport community and beyond have earned her a new honour: Member of the Order of Canada.

“It was such a shock when the phone rang and the governor general’s office was on the line, telling me the good news,” said Clement. “I know I will be in interesting company when we get our Order of Canada medal in Ottawa. I’m looking forward to meeting the other honorees and the formal dinner.”

That is just the latest title to be attributed to Diane. She is also an Olympian, a Commonwealth Games medallist, a former Athletics Canada President, and a trailblazing sport administrator. You would also be right in calling her a race organizer, a coach, a chef, an author, a public speaker and a community leader.

The Order of Canada is one of our country’s highest honours. Presented by the governor general, the Order honours people whose service shapes our society, whose innovations ignite our imaginations, and whose compassion unites our communities.

Clement becomes a Member of the Order of Canada for her contributions to sports and recreation and as an advocate for athletic excellent, fitness and healthy living among all Canadians.