13 A Message from the Lieutenant Governor As Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, it is my honour to contribute to this year’s edition of the British Columbia/Yukon Command Military Service Recognition Book. Throughout the early months of spring, I watched with great anticipation as clusters of tulips planted at Government House began to bloom. The bright orange tulips, a gift from the Embassy of the Kingdom of Netherlands, were given in recognition of the 75th Anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands in the Second World War. Tulips traditionally represent the international friendship between our two countries, particularly after World War II. Thousands of orange Liberation75 tulips, in addition to the deep red Canadian Liberator tulip, bloomed in commemoration across the country. They remind us to remember those Canadians lost in the fight to liberate the Netherlands, to honour the hardships faced by the Dutch during the war, and to celebrate the friendship that bloomed as a result of our two nations coming together. On behalf of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and all British Columbians, I’d like to recognize the work of the Legion. Your leadership in supporting our veterans, the Canadian Forces and their families— not only in telling stories like that of the Dutch liberation, but with supportive programs and community services— is a wonderful way to give back to those who give, and gave, so much. Sincerely, The Honourable Janet Austin, OBC Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia
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