Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 9, 2022
• Invested on: December 12, 2024

Michèle Ouimet, C.M., C.Q.
Montréal, Quebec

For almost three decades, Michèle Ouimet brought the world’s most compelling news stories to her readers. A long-time reporter with La Presse, she frequently travelled to war zones and other high-risk areas to document genocides, coups d’état, terrorist attacks and natural disasters. Her bold reports and striking testimonials have given a face and voice to marginalized populations, uncovered hidden realities, and helped Canadians understand the impact of conflict on civilians. Still active in journalism, she remains a celebrated storyteller as the author of five books, including her memoir.