Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 18, 2016
• Invested on: November 17, 2017

Anne Giardini is a lawyer, businesswoman, author and community leader whose diverse talents enrich multiple spheres. Former head of Weyerhaeuser Canada, she was admired for her groundbreaking leadership in the Canadian forestry industry. Beyond the boardroom, she is a gifted writer who has penned two best-selling novels and who has tirelessly served the literary community, notably as chair of VancouverÆs International Writers Festival. In all her varied pursuits, including her role as chancellor of Simon Fraser University, she has been a thoughtful advocate for the advancement of women, particularly in non-traditional sectors and roles.