Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 11, 2017
• Invested on: January 24, 2018

Christine Margaret Sinclair, O.C.
Burnaby, British Columbia and Portland, Oregon, U.S.A.

Christine Sinclair is the greatest player to have ever laced up soccer cleats for Team Canada. She debuted on the national team at the age of 16, and has since captained the squad to numerous impressive finishes including two historic back-to-back Olympic medals. One of the sports’ most feared strikers, she stands second worldwide in all-time international goals scored, and has captured championships with three professional teams. Her leadership on and off the pitch has made her an inspiration to countless young athletes across the country.