Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: April 17, 2024

Frances Marjorie Shaver, C.M.
Vancouver, British Columbia

Frances Shaver has made groundbreaking scholarly contributions to the field of sex work. Professor emeritus at Concordia University, she is lauded for her respectful engagement with those working and living in the industry. Many researchers in this field have been inspired by her approach to research, her advocacy, and her commitment to fight for legal and policy changes to support and protect marginalized Canadians.