Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: April 17, 2025

Theresa Tam, O.C.
Ottawa, Ontario

For decades, Theresa Tam has striven to advance global and national public health as a pediatric infectious disease specialist and public servant. Her tenure as Canada’s chief public health officer has been characterized by her commitment to health equity and highlighted by her leadership role in the country’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.