The Prix Riel, created in 1983, recognizes francophones in the Canadianprovince of Manitoba who, through volunteerism, have made significant contributions to the collective development of the Franco-Manitoban community....[1]
According to the website of the prize's founder, the Société Franco-manitobaine, The prize is awarded to francophones who share the entrepreneurial energy of Louis Riel : these people are dynamic, sincere, and proud of their francophone identity.
Prize categories
The Prix Riel can be awarded for contributions in the following categories:
Francophone education
Arts and culture
Economic development
Heritage
Communications
Law and politics
Community development
Sports and leisure
Health and social sciences
Notable recipients
Raymonde Gagné receives the Prix Riel at the 2015 awards gala
Retired Canadian SenatorMaria Chaput in 1998 in the Community development category. (This award was received before being named to the Canadian Senate).[2]
Internationally renowned architect Étienne Gaboury, CM, OM, in 2000 in the Community development category.[3]
