The Patron’s Medal has been struck to recognize those who give generous support to the aims and objectives of the Canadian Lifeboat Institution.
For centuries the anchor has been the symbol of hope to mariners and their families. It symbolizes the hope for a successful voyage and a safe homecoming.
For this reason the CLI has chosen a fouled anchor as the central device on the obverse of the medal. This device is surrounded by two rows of layed rope supporting the words “CANADIAN LIFEBOAT INSTITUTION” and the Canadian maple leaves.
The reverse side has a device featuring the CLI House Flag displaying a cross with outline over which is layed a fouled anchor topped by a Tudor Naval Crown. The central device is surrounded by two rows of rope supporting the motto: “THE SEA SHALL NOT HAVE THEM”.
The handsome medal – available in Gold, Silver and Bronze – is supported by a distinctive red and blue patrons ribbon. Minatures may be ordered for dress wear.
Note:This same medal will be awarded to crews of lifeboats who conduct heroic acts in the line of their voluntary duty. This award has a distinctive red and white ribbon.
If you would like information on obtaining a Patron’s Medal click here.
Our thanks to the following patrons of the Canadian Lifeboat Institution:
Mr and Mrs Nicholas Banks, Victoria , B.C. Canada
Dr Ian Begg, West Vancouver, B.C. Canada
Mr and Mrs Rusty Ashworth
Mr and Mrs Jerry Savanah Biggar
John Long, Vancouver BC, Canada
Archdeacon and Mrs R Harrison, Vancouver BC, Canada
Mr and Mrs R Yetman, Victoria BC, Canada
Lee Bradbury, Wolverton, England
Jean Laurie, Wolverton, England
Craig Barclay York, England
Gerald Churley Vancouver, British Columbia
R.F. Cooks Herefordshire, England
Dutton Copp Edmonton, Alberta
Lyall Creighton West Vancouver, Brtitish Columbia
John Cummings Ladner, British Columbia
Al Cullens Vancouver, British Columbia
Michael Downey Double Bay, Australia
Lt. D.W. Fairbairn Blyth, England
Elizabeth Gessinger Birmenstore, Switzerland
Nigel Griffiths London, England
Thomas Griffiths Delta, British Columbia
The Honourable Garde B. Gardom
Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia Victoria, British Columbia
James Hartford Dunedin Beach, Florida
Eleanor Harper Richmond, British Columbia
Peter Legge Coquitlam, British Columbia
Anna Matheson Vancouver, British Columbia
C.H. Naphtale Vancouver, British Columbia
Klaus Priebe Vancouver, British Columbia
Patrick Reid Vancouver, British Columbia
Rivtow Marine Vancouver, British Columbia
Damien Ross Sargant New South Wales, Australia
Ross Edward Sargant New South Wales, Australia
Peter Speck North Vancouver, British Columbia
Paul Street Boronia, Australia
Ron Uilinder Abbotsford, British Columbia
HMCS Vancouver Vancouver, British Columbia
John and Diane Vanberbeek, Mercer island, WA, USA