Important Update: This Event Has Been Cancelled as of March 26, 2026:
The Chancellor of the Priory of Canada
requests the pleasure of your company at the
Investiture Ceremony and Installation of
The Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia,
The Honourable Wendy Cocchia, C.M., O.B.C., LL.D. (Hon),
to Dame of Justice and Vice-Prior of
The Most Venerable Order of The Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026, at 1:00 pm
Vancouver Club, 915 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, B.C.
Doors open at 12:40 pm, Ceremony begins at 1:00 pm.
A reception follows until 3:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.
Dress: Business attire or uniform with medals and decorations
Notification of Event Cancellation
Dear guests,
We have been advised by Government House that the Lieutenant Governor has broken a bone and is immobile while she recovers. As a result, we must cancel the ceremony scheduled for April 7. Her Honour and St. John Ambulance convey sincere apologies and very much look forward to rescheduling the event as soon as possible. Once a new date is available, we hope you will be able to join us then to witness Her Honour installed as Dame of Justice and Vice-Prior of the Most Venerable Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem.
In the interim, we would like to share that we are planning a special event for June 24th, in recognition of St. John’s Day. St. John’s Day is the most important day in the Order’s calendar. Following closely on the summer solstice, it is a time of new appointments, renewal, and exciting announcements. All will be featured, and we will be happy to provide details in the coming weeks. Your support would be most appreciated in making such opportunities to connect with our community, long-standing supporters, and new friends all the more memorable.
Yours in service,
Brendan L’Heureux
CEO, St. John Ambulance B.C. and Yukon
March 26, 2026