Fresh off the announcement that he has been named to the Order of Ontario, 92-year-old hockey commentator Don Cherry might soon have an even bigger feather in his cap — the Order of Canada. “Don Cherry embodies what it means to be a proud Canadian,” Poilievre posted on X. Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement Advertisement“For decades, Don Cherry has celebrated hockey, honoured veterans, and said what millions think — without apology,” Lawton said in making the announcement on social media. The post links to a Conservative Party of Canada webpage that allows people to add their names to the nomination. You’re the most patriotic person I’ve ever met.”Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementLawton’s is not the first call for Cherry to be given the Order of Canada.

Source: National Post March 05, 2026 20:23 UTC