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Dominica to Honour 17 Citizens for Service and Contributions at Independence Celebrations
From our correspondent
Roseau, Dominica – October 30 2026 — A total of 17 individuals are set to receive national recognition for their professional achievements and contributions to Dominica as the country marks 48 years of Independence on November 3, 2026. The awards will be presented during the National Observance Ceremony at Windsor Park Sports Stadium, highlighting the work of citizens across various fields and their role in advancing national development.
Among the recipients, four individuals will be conferred with the Sisserou Award of Honour. They are Vivian Trotter, recognised for his work in engineering; Dr. Rhonda McIntyre, for paediatric medicine; Janice Jean-Jacques Thomas, for social security; and Francis Stewart Paris, for contributions to the construction industry. The Meritorious Service Award will go to Johanna John-Bertrand for Education and Social Security, Romualda B. Hyacinth for Culture, Cedric J. Harris for Sports, Education and Youth Development, Colette Pauletta Prosper for Disability Rights, Rawle Leslie for Agriculture and Education, Colbert Pinard for Youth Development, and Rosalind Adora Scotland Rabess for Nursing.
The country’s long-serving professionals will also feature among this year’s awardees, with Mcpierreson Eric Frampton being recognised for Public Service, Florestine Anthea Lewis for Nursing, Alice Laronde for Education, and Veda George for Early Childhood Education. Additionally, Clayton Lawrence Jno Baptiste will receive the Services Medal of Honour for his contribution to Public Service, while Ronald Jno Baptiste will be recognised for Community Development.
The Government of Dominica has extended congratulations to the selected recipients, acknowledging their dedication and the impact of their work on the country and its people. The formal presentation will take place during the November 3 ceremony, which is scheduled to commence at 5:30 p.m. at the Windsor Park Sports Stadium as part of the island’s 48th Independence anniversary observances.
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