Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 30, 2001
• Invested on: October 17, 2001

Her clear direct style and thought-provoking themes captivate her readers. One of the few Canadian women published in the 1940s, she is a prolific author, poet, novelist and short story writer. Her works have been recognized with numerous national and provincial literary honours. Professor Emeritus of English, she has inspired three decades of young writers at the University of Saskatchewan. Also a founding member of the journal The Fiddlehead, she has served as a role model and helped to pave the way for women authors in Canada.