André Pierre Picard, C.M.
Vancouver, British Columbia
André Picard is committed to keeping Canadians safe, informed and healthy. At The Globe and Mail since 1987, this prominent columnist reported on infectious diseases, health equity and risk communication, raised awareness and made complex science accessible to diverse audiences. His commitment to informing Canadians, notably throughout the global COVID-19 pandemic, extends through bestselling books that have influenced the country’s health policies and systems.