Order of Canada for Quebec author Louise Penny

Author and former CBC Radio Noon host LouisePenny became part of theOrder of Canada Fridayin a ceremony at Rideau Hall in Ottawa.

Penny is a New York Times bestselling author. Her work includes the award-winning Armand Gamache series of murdermysteries.

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Before writing, she spent 18 years with CBC. Her work included hosting the showRadio Noon.She lives in Sutton, Que.

The Order of Canada has been honouring exceptional Canadians for 50 years as the country's highest civilian honour.