Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: October 17, 2025

Michael Jon Villeneuve, C.M.
Mountain, Ontario

Health care leader Michael Villeneuve advanced nursing for more than four decades. Throughout his multifaceted career, notably as CEO of the Canadian Nurses Association, he led transformative reforms that expanded the roles of nurses nationwide. A sought-after mentor, he worked tirelessly to build a skilled and inclusive Canadian nursing workforce.