Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: October 23, 2008
• Invested on: September 03, 2010

Throughout her career, Gail Cook-Bennett has been a trailblazer and role model for women. For over three decades, this economist has been providing wise counsel and leadership to the boards of private, public and not-for-profit organizations. She has been a director of several of Canada's largest companies and is currently chair of the board of Manulife Financial. Founding chair of the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board, she has also contributed to Canadian public policy as a member of the board of the Bank of Canada, and as a member of federal and provincial advisory committees. The Salvation Army and Carleton University have also benefited from her support.