Six Nations’ Norma General Lickers receives Coronation Medal

Six Nations’ Norma General Lickers received King Charles III Coronation award for her contributions to the country. (Photo by Joshua Santos)

By Joshua Santos Writer A Six Nations elder and former Justice of the Peace has been recognized for her lifelong dedication to uplifting Indigenous women in the community. Norma General Lickers was awarded the inaugural King Charles III Coronation Medal. She said she was speechless when she received a call about the award. “It was overwhelming where I didn’t say anything,” said Lickers. “I couldn’t speak. I wasn’t expecting anything like that.” The King Charles III Coronation Medal, created to mark His Majesty’s Coronation on May 6, 2023, honours individuals across Canada for their contributions. Recipients embody service, diversity and environmental stewardship, according to a news release from the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA). “This medal is about recognizing the significant difference you make in your communities,” said Ingrid Green,…

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