The Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal was created in 2012 in celebration of the anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s accession to the Throne. Honouring the service that Queen Elizabeth II has made to Canada, the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal was presented to Canadians who have similarly made significant contributions to the country. Helen Ching-Kircher was selected as a recipient of this commemorative medal for her various contributions to the country of Canada through business and philanthropy