Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 21, 2013
• Invested on: May 07, 2014

For her contributions to promoting Canadian culture and identity through her collection of published works.

A pioneer in Canadian literary studies, Sherrill Grace has helped us to better understand our shared history. Her essays and books capture the essence of Canadian identity and provide biographical insight on such literary figures as Sharon Pollock and Timothy Findley. Her book Canada and the Idea of North was one of the first to explore how Canadians define themselves through their relationship with the North. Her current work examines the impact of both world wars on our society. She is an important mentor to young scholars across Canada, and is known for her active support of several professional associations.