The winners of the Governor General's awards are: architect Douglas Cardinal; Tom Dean, Jamelie Hassan and Liz Magor, internationally renowned artists; Russel C. Goodman, whose stained glass creations grace the House of Commons; Alanis Obomsawin, whose work has led to a better understanding of the history and culture of Canada's aboriginal peoples; and Joan Chalmers, a tireless arts advocate and generous philanthropist.
Les lauréats du Prix du gouverneur général sont: l'architecte Douglas Cardinal; Tom Dean; Jamelie Hassan et Liz Magor, des artistes de renommée internationale; Russel C. Goodman, dont les vitraux ornent la Chambre des communes; Alanis Obomsawin, dont l'oeuvre a permis de mieux comprendre l'histoire et la culture des peuples autochtones du Canada; et Joan Chalmers, infatigable défenseur des arts et généreuse philanthrope.