Congratulations to Eileen and also to Anne Hart - 2 Atlantic provinces'
librarians receiving well deserved honours. ss
FROM http://www.gg.ca/media/doc.asp?lang=e&DocID=4376
Anne Hart, C.M.
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Member of the Order of Canada
With creativity and vision, Anne Hart has made lasting contributions to
the cultural life of her province. As Head of the Memorial University
Libraries' Centre for Newfoundland Studies, she was instrumental in
building a priceless and internationally renowned collection of
Newfoundlandiana. These heritage books and documents will provide
generations of students, scholars and the public with a record of the
history of Newfoundland and Labrador. A highly regarded author and poet,
she has been a tireless champion of the literary community, supporting and
promoting her fellow writers. Her leadership has also benefited local,
provincial and national organizations working in the areas of heritage,
literacy and human rights.
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