Media Release
April 1, 2025 – Toronto, ON – The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) proudly announces that 19 individuals are being awarded the prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medal in recognition of their exceptional contributions to nature conservation in Canada. NCC was selected to be a partner agency to nominate and present medals to those who have made a longstanding contribution to conservation and the protection of nature. Award ceremonies will take place over the coming weeks to help celebrate their service and leadership.
One of the recipients is area resident Bill Caulfeild-Browne of Tobermory. He and four other individuals were recognized by NCC at a ceremony held in Toronto.
Caulfeild-Browne is described as being a tireless volunteer with the charitable organization since 1998, including longstanding work to conserve areas on the Saugeen Peninsula. Presently a director of Canada’s National History Society, the retired business executive has been a photographer and a lover of nature for most of his life who also published two books – “Images & Origins” and “Wild Canada”.
“Passion is its own reward, but I’m grateful to have it recognized,” said Caulfeild-Browne, who continues to help NCC raise awareness and funds to protect important natural habitats in the area. The group works with willing private landowners who wish to conserve their wetlands, forest, shoreline and rivers edge areas.
Caulfeild-Browne volunteered with the NCC performing the roles in audit, investments and governance and was national board chair from 2015-2017. He was also a member of Parks Canada’s Advisory Committee for local National Parks.
“We salute Bill for his unwavering commitment to nature which embodies the spirit of the King Charles III Coronation Medal,” said Catherine Grenier, President and CEO with Nature Conservancy of Canada who presented the medal to Caulfeild-Browne. “His leadership, passion, and tireless efforts continue to inspire and uplift the conservation community. We are proud to recognize this great Canadian for his incredible contributions.”
The Government of Canada created the commemorative medal to mark His Majesty King Charles III’s coronation. Administered by the Chancellery of Honours at Rideau Hall, the medal is being awarded to 30,000 individuals across Canada. The medal highlights themes King Charles III and Canadians hold dear, including service, the environment and sustainability.
The other medal recipients who joined Caulfeild-Browne at the ceremony were Lisa McLaughin of Guelph along with Laurie Thomson, Helen Kim and Bruce MacLellan who live in the Toronto area.
