Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: October 16, 2024

Guy Saint-Jacques, C.M., O.Q.
Saint-Lambert, Quebec
A federal public servant for nearly four decades, Guy Saint-Jacques has dedicated his career to public service. Former ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary for Canada to Beijing, he is considered one of the leading experts on China. He has also been very active in the environmental field, notably as Canada’s chief negotiator and ambassador for climate change.