It was a special day for two Prince George community members, getting recognition from the province.
Ted Price and Anne Laughlin with Miracle Theatre were presented with the B.C. Medal of Good Citizenship for their contributions to the city, spanning as far back as August 1st, 1994.
“I think it’s important for Prince George. It’s this community that supports Ted and I so that we can make a difference.” said Laughlin.
“So, today’s congratulations is to us, but I think it’s a congratulations to Prince George.”
The two found out about being the medal recipients in the late summer, after the government left a message asking them to give them a call.
“The last time I got a call like that, it was actually about property tax.” said Price.
“Somehow our homeowner grant had gone sideways, and had to get that straightened out, so we thought ‘oh no, another hassle.'”
Price said finding out it was for the B.C. Medal of Good Citizenship was a pleasant surprise.
Minister for Emergency Management and Climate Readiness Kelly Greene, who presented the medals, said what they’ve accomplished is very touching.
“They’ve created not just a love of arts and culture, but also that deep community engagement, which has obviously really taken off because of the wild amount of support I’ve seen in the room, as well as the amount of funds they’ve been able to raise.”
The two have managed to raise over $1 million, which went to different organizations, and most recently establishing a Prince George Seniors Emergency Fund.
As for what’s next, they will be announcing the next play for 2026 on October 29th, at 1:30 p.m., at the Prince George Public Library, and invite the community to see.
Price and Laughlin were among this year’s 18 recipients of the B.C. Medal of Good Citizenship.
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