Member of the Order of Canada

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

A former nurse, educator and administrator, Anne Wieler has helped to improve the quality of life of countless individuals throughout northern Canada and around the world. Her legacy in the North is that of improved, more accessible and more culturally sensitive health care for Native peoples. An expert in service delivery and an early specialist in HIV/AIDS education, she has had a powerful influence internationally and remains a respected and sought-after advisor to governments, NGOs and grassroots organizations. In addition, she has long been a dedicated volunteer with organizations such as the Canadian Society for Circumpolar Health and the Canadian Public Health Association.