ORDER of Canada
The Order of Canada is one of the country ’ s highest honours , recognizing those who have made extraordinary contributions to the nation . Crofton House is proud of its alumnae who have been awarded this prestigious commendation .
As Crofton House celebrated its 125th anniversary , we were thrilled to welcome the two most recent alumnae recipients of the Order of Canada : Jane “ Pixie ” Hungerford and Deborah Money .
JANE “ PIXIE ” HUNGERFORD ’ 62
Deborah was appointed to the Order of Canada in December 2023 for her contributions to women ’ s health , notably in the field of reproductive infectious diseases , as a researcher , clinician , teacher and mentor . For 20 years Deborah has led the clinical care for HIV-positive pregnant women as part of the only fully multidisciplinary clinic for women living with HIV in Canada .
ELEANOR MALKIN ’ 28
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Jane was appointed to the Order of Canada in June 2024 . She is a leader in fundraising for healthcare , education , social services , and conservation efforts . She has raised millions for crucial cancer research and community services in British Columbia and beyond . She is a proud member of the Gwich ’ in Nation .
DEBORAH MONEY ’ 77
ETHEL WILSON ’ 06
Ethel was inducted into the Order of Canada in 1970 for her contributions to Canadian literature . One of Vancouver ’ s most respected novelists , Ethel was also one of the first Canadian writers to promote the natural and rugged beauty of British Columbia . The Ethel Wilson Prize for Fiction , named in her honour , was established in 1985 and is awarded annually to the best work of fiction by a resident of British Columbia . Ethel passed away on December 2 , 1980 .
Eleanor was inducted into the Order of Canada in 1991 for her support of the development of many service and cultural organizations . Eleanor founded Endeavor , an annual gala fundraising auction , which has raised millions of dollars over the years to support more than 75 Vancouver organizations in the arts and in health services . She continued to be involved in community service throughout her entire life . In 2005 , well into her 90s , she led a campaign to found the BC Heart and Stroke Foundation Professorship in Clinical Stroke Research at UBC . Eleanor was an inspiration for many to participate in the causes she championed . Eleanor passed away on March 9 , 2011 .
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