Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 6, 2010
• Invested on: November 17, 2010

With compassion and determination, Karen Minden has provided hope for youth in crisis and their families. She is co-founder and chief executive officer of the Pine River Institute, a holistic residential treatment centre for teens struggling with mental health issues and substance abuse. Highly regarded for making the Institute a pioneer in measuring treatment results, she has also contributed to policy development related to teens and addictions in several provinces. In addition, as a scholar of Chinese politics and Asia-Pacific business and culture, and as a former executive, she has promoted international collaboration in science and technology, and strengthened Canada's research capacity and networks in the Pacific Rim.