Two Quesnel residents have been honoured at Rideau Hall in Ottawa today.
Paul and Terry Nichols received a meritorious service medal from Governor General Julie Payette.
A total of 48 medals were presented at the ceremony.
The Nichols are being recognized for their equine-assisted therapy to help veterans as well as for their ride across Canada, a 211-day trip on horseback.
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It allowed veterans to connect with Canadians along the way.
Paul is a veteran himself who struggled to come to terms with his experience while serving on a peacekeeping mission in the former Yugoslavia.
The Meritorious Service Decorations celebrate Canadians who have performed a deed or activity that brings honour to Canada.
With files from George Henderson, My Cariboo Now