Fields Board Member Named Canada’s Chief Science Advisor
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the appointment of Dr. Mona Nemer in Ottawa yesterday.
TORONTO, September, 27, 2017
One of Fields newest Board Members, Dr. Mona Nemer, was appointed as Canada’s Chief Science Advisor, following an open, transparent, and merit-based selection process. The new role is part of the government’s commitment to support scientists and strengthen the role of science in government.
“We have taken great strides to fulfill our promise to restore science as a pillar of government decision-making,” said Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. “Today, we took another big step forward by announcing Dr. Mona Nemer as our Chief Science Advisor. Dr. Nemer brings a wealth of expertise to the role. Her advice will be invaluable and inform decisions made at the highest levels. I look forward to working with her to promote a culture of scientific excellence in Canada.”
Dr. Nemer is a renowned health researcher and an accomplished senior academic leader, including more than ten years as the Vice-President, Research at the University of Ottawa.
As Chief Science Advisor, Dr. Nemer will provide impartial scientific advice to the Prime Minister and the Minister of Science. She will also ensure that government science remains open and freely accessible to Canadians.
“I am honoured and excited to be Canada’s Chief Science Advisor,” said Dr. Nemer. “I am very pleased to be representing Canadian science and research – work that plays a crucial role in protecting and improving the lives of people everywhere.”
"We congratulate Dr. Nemer for her new role and look forward to working with her in promoting science in Canada," said Fields Board of Directors Chair, Dr. Sheila Embleton.