Long-serving councillor Veronica Canoy receives royal honour for dedication to local community
After 16 years of service, councillor Veronica Canoy has been awarded a royal distinction for her commitment to youth care, ICT, and collaboration in Beuningen. Her farewell marks the end of a career focused on putting residents' interests first.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Veronica Canoy |
| Award | Member of the Order of Orange-Nassau |
| Presented by | Mayor Daphne Bergman |
| Years of Service | 16 years (1998–2010, 2022–2026) |
| Political Parties | Gemeentebelangen Democraten, D66 |
| Focus Areas | Youth care, ICT |
| Other Departing Members | Eric van Ewijk, Thijs Stevens (BN&M), Hanneline Oosting (D66), Emine Asik, Brand van Barneveld (SP), Guido Woutersen (Vier Beuningen) |
| Location | Beuningen, Gelderland |
| New Council Installation | 1 April 2026 |
The municipal council of Beuningen plays a key role in local governance, representing residents' interests in policy areas such as youth care and ICT. Awards like the Order of Orange-Nassau recognize long-standing contributions to public service and community development.
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Councillor Veronica Canoy awarded royal distinction
Veronica Canoy was appointed Member of the Order of Orange-Nassau on Tuesday evening. Mayor Daphne Bergman presented her with this royal distinction during her farewell from the municipal council.
Veronica has dedicated herself to the municipal council with great commitment for a total of sixteen years. From 1998 to 2010 as a representative of Gemeentebelangen Democraten and since 2022 for D66. Within her party, she played an important role in the areas of youth care and ICT.
Always sought collaboration
Mayor Bergman praised her involvement and enthusiasm, with the interests of residents always taking centre stage. “You are someone who digs into files, always conducting thorough research.” According to the mayor, Canoy was also highly motivated to contribute to the local community. “In doing so, you always sought collaboration. That reflects well on you.”
Other councillors also bid farewell
Six other councillors also said goodbye. These are Eric van Ewijk and Thijs Stevens (BN&M), Hanneline Oosting (D66), Emine Asik and Brand van Barneveld (SP) and Guido Woutersen (Vier Beuningen). On Wednesday evening, 1 April, the new municipal council will be installed.