The School of Population and Public Health proudly celebrates the appointment of two of our esteemed faculty, Drs. Lorraine Greaves and Bonnie Henry, to the Order of Canada. One of the highest honours recognizing extraordinary contributions to the country.
The latest appointments were announced June 30 by Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada.
“Congratulations to the newest appointees to the Order of Canada,” said Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada. “We proudly recognize each of these individuals whose dedication and passion for service not only enrich our communities but also help shape the fabric of our nation. Together, they inspire us to strive for greatness and to foster a future filled with hope and possibility.”
Officer of the Order of Canada (O.C.)
Bonnie J. Fraser Henry, O.C., O.B.C.
Dr. Henry is a clinical associate professor in the School of Population and Public Health and widely-recognized specialist, author and scholar in the field of public health and preventative medicine. She has been using her expertise in public health and preventive medicine to safeguard the health of people in Canada and globally for decades. Notably, as provincial health officer, she led British Columbia’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Members of the Order of Canada (C.M.)
Lorraine Greaves, C.M.
Dr. Greaves, a clinical professor in the School of Population and Public Health, is an expert in sex and gender-based research specializing in women’s experiences with addiction, tobacco use and violence. She notably founded the British Columbia Centre of Excellence for Women’s Health and co-founded the International Network of Women Against Tobacco. Her leading research and advocacy continue to influence health practices worldwide.
Congratulations once again to Drs. Lorraine Greaves and Bonnie Henry on this extraordinary recognition. We are immensely proud!
(Source: UBC Faculty of Medicine)