UBC Faculty of Medicine community members Allison Eddy, Lorraine Greaves and Bonnie Henry were recently appointed to the Order of Canada.
Considered one of the country’s highest honours, the Order of Canada recognizes people across all sectors of society who have made extraordinary and sustained 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.)
Allison Audrey Eddy, C.M.
Dr. Eddy is a retired professor, clinician scientist and former head of the UBC Department of Pediatrics who has been a leader in the field of pediatric nephrology. She is recognized internationally for her research into kidney fibrosis and the connection between inflammation and kidney scarring. She is also a passionate mentor who has helped train the next generation of pediatricians and kidney disease specialists.
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.