GBA Update Spring 2025

How the Process Works HLM nominations can be submitted by GBA Board members or members of the larger GBA community. The board carefully reviews each nomination and makes the final decision regarding recipients. New inductees are formally acknowledged at the AMM, where their contributions are celebrated among the GBA membership.

A Tradition of Leadership and Service GBA has a long and proud tradition of recognizing dedicated individuals whose leadership, advocacy, and commitment have strengthened our mission to protect Georgian Bay. Over the years, many have been honoured for their efforts in this important work. Notable past recipients include:

Year Inducted

Name

Contributions

Spearheaded the founding of the Township of the Archipelago, former GBA President, led the GBA’s 75th anniversary celebration, and co-founded the Georgian Bay Trust Foundation (now GBLT). Served as president of the Pointe au Baril Islanders’ Association, secretary and president of GBA, and founder of the GBA Foundation (now Georgian Bay Forever). Twice, the president of the Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve secured Biosphere Reserve status with UNESCO for the East Georgian Bay Littoral zone. A steadfast supporter of GBA, Bill provided invaluable counsel throughout his career, including his time as Premier of Ontario. As a lifelong advocate for Ontario and its communities, he brought principled leadership, wisdom, and kindness to his work with GBA, just as he did in public service. Led water quality initiatives, secured governmental monitoring of Georgian Bay’s water and air quality, and spearheaded research on water levels.

Wally King (Sans Souci) Roy Schatz (Pointe au Baril)

1991

1998

Pat Northey

2005

Bill Davis (Cognashene)

2018

Mary Muter (Wah-Wah Taysee)

2018

Karl Schiefer (Cognashene)

Fisheries and water quality expert, a key contributor to water testing protocols and responsible aquaculture advocacy.

2018

Through the HLM program, we continue to recognize and celebrate the individuals who have left a lasting legacy on GBA and the Georgian Bay community.

*For a full list of HLMs, visit : georgianbay.ca/honourary-life-members/

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