Six local politicians have received Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medals from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities. The medal honours significant contributions and achievements by Canadians.
The recipients include: Kimberley Mayor Ron McRae, Canal Flats Mayor Ute Juras, Elkford Mayor Dean McKerracher, Fernie Mayor Mary Giuliano, Radium Mayor Dee Conklin, and RDEK Area C Director and board chair Rob Gay.