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Winnipeg Free Press
30-06-2025
- Health
- Winnipeg Free Press
Author Miriam Toews among Manitobans named to Order of Canada
OTTAWA — Manitoba-born, Toronto-based novelist Miriam Toews has been appointed an officer of the Order of Canada. The 61-year-old Toews was one of three Manitobans among the 83 recipients of the Order of Canada announced on June 30 by Gov. Gen. Mary Simon. The governor general's website lauded Toews' 'unique ability to portray very human stories of overcoming adversity and finding meaning is a gift to her readers, and a source of inspiration to her adoring students and fans.' Toews was raised in Steinbach and began her literary career while living in Winnipeg, before moving to Toronto in 2009. SUPPLIED Manitoba-born author Miriam Toews has been given Canada's highest civilian honour. She is the author of nine books, primarily novel-length fiction, much of which is peppered with autobiographical components. Among her novels are 2004's A Complicated Kindness, winner of the Governor General's Literary Award for fiction, 2014's All My Puny Sorrows, winner of the Writers' Trust Fiction Prize, and 2018's Women Talking, which was shortlisted for the International Dublin Literary Awards and was made into an Oscar-nominated 2022 film. Toews' next book, A Truce That Is Not Peace, is her first work of autobiographical non-fiction, and will be published on Aug. 26 by Knopf Canada. Two Manitobans were named members of the Order of Canada: Albert Friesen, who helped build the province's biotechnology industry, and created WinRho, Canada' first biotech product; and Kathy Mulder, for her work to improve care for people with inherited bleeding disorders. She was the first woman and first Canadian to chair the World Federation of Hemophilia's Musculoskeletal Committee. The list of appointees also includes Marc-André Blanchard, who takes over in July as Prime Minister Mark Carney's chief of staff. Blanchard previously worked as a lawyer and as Canada's ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations. Dr. Theresa Tam, who retired in June as Canada's chief public health officer, will be inducted as an officer of the Order of Canada. Tam became a household name as she led the country's public health response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Bonnie Henry, who led British Columbia's pandemic response as the provincial health officer and is heading its public health response to the drug overdose crisis, joins Tam among the new appointees at the officer level. More than 8,200 people have been appointed to the Order of Canada since its creation in 1967. Many are national household names, including politicians, musicians, actors and writers. Many others are awarded for their contributions at a more local level to multiple fields, including science, medicine, education and the arts. The latest list includes several politicians, including former finance minister John Manley, who is being promoted to the companion level after initially being inducted as an officer of the Order of Canada in 2009. Companion is the highest level within the order, followed by the officer level, which are both generally awarded for contributions to Canada as a whole, or 'humanity at large.' A member of the Order of Canada recognizes distinguished service to a specific community or within a specific field. Maureen McTeer, a lawyer and author who has worked on gender issues and health guidelines, will be appointed as an officer. McTeer, who is married to former prime minister Joe Clark, is currently a visiting professor in the faculty of common law at the University of Ottawa. Weekly A weekly look at what's happening in Winnipeg's arts and entertainment scene. 'We proudly recognize each of these individuals whose dedication and passion for service not only enrich our communities but also help shape the fabric of our nation,' Simon said in a statement released with the list. 'Together, they inspire us to strive for greatness and to foster a future filled with hope and possibility.' Others appointed to the Order of Canada include biologist Ford Doolittle, musician Gilbert Donald Walsh, former senator Claudette Tardif and poet Louise Bernice Halfe, whose Cree name is Sky Dancer. Genealogist Stephen White received an honorary appointment. The inductees being announced Monday will be invested in ceremonies to be scheduled at a later date. — The Canadian Press, with files from Ben Sigurdson
Global News
30-06-2025
- Health
- Global News
‘They inspire us': 3 Manitobans receive Order of Canada honours
Two people from Winnipeg and one from Steinbach have been appointed to the Order of Canada. The honour — one of the nation's most prestigious civilian awards — recognizes outstanding achievement, community dedication and service to the country. Among the 83 appointees in 2025 are Albert Friesen and Kathy Mulder, both from Winnipeg, as well as Steinbach's Miriam Toews. Friesen is being recognized for his role as the founding father of Manitoba's biotech industry, while Mulder's work with inherited bleeding disorders — as the first woman and first Canadian to chair the World Federation of Hemophilia's musculoskeletal committee — earned her the appointment. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Toews is an award-winning author, known for acclaimed novels like A Complicated Kidness and Women Talking, which was made into an Oscar-nominated film in 2022. Since it was initiated in 1967, more than 7,600 Canadians have received Order of Canada honours. Story continues below advertisement Others appointed in 2025 include Ted Nolan, the first Indigenous coach in the National Hockey League; infectious disease specialist Theresa Tam, who led Canada's COVID-19 response; and mixed martial arts world champion Georges St-Pierre. 'Congratulations to the newest appointees to the Order of Canada. We proudly recognize each of these individuals whose dedication and passion for service not only enrich our communities but also help shape the fabric of our nation,' Gov. Gen. Mary Simon said in a statement Monday. 'Together, they inspire us to strive for greatness and to foster a future filled with hope and possibility.'
Web Release
08-05-2025
- Health
- Web Release
New Era for Hemophilia Care in the UAE: Pfizer Introduces First Prefilled Injectable Therapy
By Editor_wr On May 8, 2025 Pfizer announced today the launch of a new and innovative therapy for people living with hemophilia in the UAE. This marks a significant advancement in care for individuals affected by this rare and serious bleeding disorder. Hemophilia is a rare genetic bleeding disorder in which the blood fails to clot properly, leading to prolonged bleeding that can be either spontaneous or occur after an injury[1]. Unlike traditional clotting factor replacements, Pfizer's new therapy targets the tissue factor pathway inhibitor (TFPI), a natural anticoagulant protein. By inhibiting TFPI, the treatment helps restore balance to the body's clotting process, reducing the frequency of bleeding episodes. This advanced therapy is administered once a week through a simple injection under the skin using a prefilled autoinjector pen. It is the first prefilled injectable therapy available in the UAE, designed to make treatment more convenient and accessible for patients, while reducing the burden of frequent infusions. Dr. Nadine Tarcha, Pfizer Gulf Medical Director, said: 'The introduction of this therapy reflects Pfizer's ongoing commitment to improving the lives of people with rare diseases. By combining scientific innovation with a more convenient delivery method, we aim to empower individuals with hemophilia to live with greater confidence and improved quality of life.' According to the World Federation of Hemophilia's 2023 Annual Global Survey[2], more than 32,000 in the Eastern Mediterranean region have been diagnosed with hemophilia. This represents less than half of the expected number of cases, suggesting that many individuals remain undiagnosed or lack access to appropriate care. These findings emphasize the importance of early diagnosis and patient-friendly treatment options that can support better long-term outcomes. The introduction of this therapy supports the UAE's broader healthcare vision, which prioritizes access to innovative treatments and improved quality of care for people living with complex and rare conditions. Patients are encouraged to speak with their healthcare provider to determine whether this treatment may be appropriate for their condition. Comments are closed.
