Meritorious Service Medal

• Awarded on: May 3, 2022
• Invested on: March 21, 2024

Olivier Bernard, M.S.M.
Montréal, Quebec

A science communicator pursuing a career in the media industry, Olivier Bernard, better known as The Pharmafist, is on a mission to demystify pharmacology for as many people as possible. With a creative and playful approach, he encourages the public to develop critical thinking skills when confronting popular health beliefs. By tackling trendy pseudo-scientific myths, he is fostering a better understanding of the medical and pharmaceutical spheres, enabling Canadians to make better health choices.