Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 17, 2005
• Invested on: May 04, 2007

A nationally renowned scientist and scholar, David Fraser is a pioneer in the field of animal welfare science. Professor and Industrial Research Chair in animal welfare for the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada at the University of British Columbia, he has applied a scientific approach to the humane management of food animals. His groundbreaking research has examined topics such as mother-young interactions in livestock and the causes of abnormal animal behaviour. In addition, through his work with groups and institutes such as the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, he has helped to develop national and international animal welfare standards for the livestock industry.