Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 3, 2007
• Invested on: April 11, 2008

An acclaimed physician, Jeffrey Turnbull is also an inspiring humanitarian. Chairman of the Department of Medicine at the Ottawa Hospital and of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa, he is an award-winning teacher and academic innovator. He is also the pioneering force behind medical services for the homeless that include a palliative hospice, a special care unit and a management of alcohol program, also known as a "wet shelter". Since the establishment of these facilities, many people's lives have been saved, and countless other individuals have been able to die with dignity. In addition, he is actively involved in projects to improve health care and human rights in Africa.