Fred Bradley (second from left) is presented with the King Charles III Coronation Medal by Hon. Scott Tannas, Senator (second from right), during a formal ceremony in the Senate Chamber of Canada on March 26, 2025. Also pictured are Hon. Rob Black, Senator (far left), and J. Greg Peters, Usher of the Black Rod (far right). The medal honours Bradley’s lifelong service to Canada, Alberta and the Crowsnest Pass.
Nicholas L. M. Allen
Jun 11, 2025
Honour recognizes decades of service to Alberta and Crowsnest Pass
Fred Bradley received the King Charles III Coronation Medal from the Hon. Scott Tannas, Senator, at a presentation ceremony in the Senate Chamber of Canada in Ottawa on March 26, 2025. The medal was presented in recognition of his service, commitment and unwavering dedication to Canada, Alberta and his community.
Bradley, a former Alberta cabinet minister and longtime MLA, has spent a lifetime serving his community, province and country as a community builder, steward of natural resources and champion of democratic ideals. He has also been a tireless advocate for the recognition and preservation of the Crowsnest Pass’s rich history.
Born and raised in the Crowsnest Pass, Bradley was just 25 when he was elected as a Member of the Legislative Assembly in the Peter Lougheed government. He served five terms until 1993, during which time he was appointed Alberta’s Minister of Environment.
In that role, Bradley played a pivotal role in shaping provincial policy regarding air, land and water resources. His achievements include contributing to the Alberta Eastern Slopes Policy, helping determine the location of the Oldman River Dam, and supporting the protection of Kananaskis Country. He also advocated for the South West Alberta Renewable Energy Initiative and oversaw the amalgamation of five communities to form the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass.
Following his provincial political career, Bradley worked internationally as a parliamentary development advisor in Ukraine, Armenia and Kyrgyzstan from 1995 to 2013.
His dedication to heritage preservation is evident in his time as Chair of the Alberta Historical Resources Foundation. He pushed for the designation of Frank Slide, Leitch Collieries, Lille and Coleman as historic sites and played a key role in the establishment of the Hillcrest Mine Disaster Memorial, honouring the victims of Canada’s worst mining disaster.
Bradley continues to serve the community today. He sits on the boards of several heritage organizations, Community Futures Crowsnest Pass, and the Former Members of the Alberta Legislature Association. He also recently served on the Alberta Coal Policy Review Committee.
Reflecting on receiving the Coronation Medal, Bradley said, “I am truly humbled to receive such an honour. This recognition is not just a reflection of my efforts but a testament to the incredible support and collaboration I have received from our community.”
When asked what advice he has for others hoping to make a difference, he said, “If there is a project or idea you have a passion for, working with others who share that goal can lead to great things. Collaboration and patience are important to achieve success. Do not give up. With determination and dedication, many things can be done.”
The medal was presented during a formal ceremony in the Senate Chamber of Canada, officiated by the Usher of the Black Rod. The presentation took place in the same chamber used for events such as the opening of Parliament by King Charles III.
In the photo provided, attendees are identified as Hon. Rob Black, Senator; Fred Bradley; Hon. Scott Tannas, Senator; and J. Greg Peters, Usher of the Black Rod.
