Bishop Jane Awarded Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee Medal

The Hon. Lori Sigurdson, MLA for Edmonton-Riverview, awarded the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal to Bishop Jane Alexander during Choral Evensong at All Saints’ Cathedral on December 18, the fourth Sunday of Advent.

Consecrated as the 10th Bishop of the Diocese of Edmonton on May 11, 2008, and currently serving as Assisting Bishop in the Territory of the People in central B.C., "Bishop Jane shows compassion, positivity and resilience, as she drives for change,” said Sigurdson. She is a champion for the dignity and rights of people who are marginalised in Edmonton and around the world… and is committed to building right relationships with LGTBQ2S+ and Indigenous communities. "Bishop Jane was instrumental in developing social justice leadership in her community. She was the co-chair of End Poverty Edmonton..."

In November, Bishop Stephen London was presented the Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Medal for his efforts to encourage ecumenical dialogue.

The Diocese of Edmonton is grateful to both Bishops for their courageous and inspiring leadership.