Committed to advancing the nursing profession and the quality of health care, Ginette Lemire Rodger is one of the most influential voices of her profession. Her dynamic leadership in organizations such as the Canadian Nurses Association and the International Council of Nurses has provided her colleagues with a strong voice on health care policy and has influenced nursing practices in Canada and abroad. Currently senior vice-president of professional practice and chief nursing executive at the Ottawa Hospital, she initiated a national model of nursing recognized for its innovative approach to patient care. Truly an ambassador for Canadian nursing, she continues to serve as a role model and mentor.