On May 6, 2023, Canadians celebrated the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III. This historic event, the first coronation of a sovereign of Canada in seven decades, brought communities together to highlight themes that both King Charles III and Canadians hold dear. To mark this milestone, the King Charles III Coronation Medal will be awarded in March 2025 to deserving individuals for their contributions to their community, Canada, or the world.
Recipients of this medal have made significant contributions that were closely aligned with the themes of service to others, protection of the environment, youth empowerment, and the importance of diversity. Individuals who are not nurses were selected for their tangible contributions to nursing and health if their accomplishments apply to the above-mentioned themes.
The application process is now closed. Recipients can expect to receive their medal in the coming weeks. The names of the medal recipients will be announced during National Nursing Week 2025.