Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 19, 2018
• Invested on: November 21, 2019

Barbara Jackman, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario
Barbara Jackman is a stalwart champion of immigration and refugee rights. A widely published lawyer and special advocate in national security and human rights, she has brought several precedent-setting Charter cases before the Supreme Court of Canada. Her commitment to serving the marginalized and disadvantaged in society is demonstrated through her involvement with professional and human rights organizations, including the Canadian Bar Association and the Canadian Civil Liberties Association. She is a beloved role model and mentor to many in Canadian refugee law.