Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 11, 2018
• Invested on: September 04, 2019

Veronica Jane Strong-Boag, C.M.
Vancouver, British Columbia

Veronica Jane Strong-Boag is one of the great trailblazers in the field of Canadian history. Her contributions as a scholar, public intellectual and activist have highlighted the roles of women and children in the making of Canada. Her professional leadership and her groundbreaking research have made her a key figure in recognizing feminist history in Canada and abroad. Thanks to her efforts, our understanding of Canadian society has been enriched by the exposure of the gendered nature of life in the past.