Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: October 25, 2007
• Invested on: December 12, 2008

Irene Pfeiffer has demonstrated a deep commitment to helping others and to sharing her knowledge as a volunteer for more than 30 years. Drawing on her experience as a management consultant, she helps steer several health and community organizations, including the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta, the University of Calgary and the Mustard Seed Street Ministry. An exemplary leader, she has also had a significant influence on many other organizations, including UNICEF Canada, the Calgary Homeless Foundation and the Canadian Aboriginal Achievement Awards.