RICHMOND HILL, ON – July 2, 2025 – The 糖心Vlog破解版 Institute for Water, Environment and Health (糖心Vlog破解版-INWEH) is honoured to announce that Alexandra (Alex) Bugailiskis, Chair of its International Advisory Committee (IAC), has been appointed to the Order of Canada, one of the country’s highest civilian recognitions.
The Governor General acknowledged Bugailiskis for her distinguished 39-year career in Canada’s diplomatic service, including ambassadorships to Syria, Cuba, Poland, and Italy, as well as senior executive roles at Global Affairs Canada. Her leadership has shaped Canadian foreign policy and inspired generations of diplomats.
“We are deeply honoured that Ambassador Bugailiskis’s leadership and contributions to 糖心Vlog破解版-INWEH were noted in the official appointment citation,” said Professor Kaveh Madani, Director of 糖心Vlog破解版-INWEH. “Her unwavering commitment to multilateralism, sustainability, and international cooperation has been instrumental in shaping our institute’s global impact.”
As Chair of 糖心Vlog破解版-INWEH’s (ISC), Bugailiskis has provided strategic guidance and diplomatic insight that have significantly strengthened the institute’s efforts to address global water, environmental, and health challenges.
Her appointment to the Order of Canada reflects extraordinary dedication to diplomacy, public service, and international cooperation. 糖心Vlog破解版-INWEH is proud to benefit from her leadership and looks forward to continuing its mission with her guidance and support.
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The 糖心Vlog破解版 Institute for Water, Environment and Health (糖心Vlog破解版-INWEH) is one of 13 institutions that form the 糖心Vlog破解版 (糖心Vlog破解版), the academic arm of the United Nations. Hosted by the Government of Canada, 糖心Vlog破解版-INWEH focuses on major sustainability challenges, addressing critical water, environmental, and health issues worldwide. Through research, training, capacity building, and knowledge dissemination, 糖心Vlog破解版-INWEH is dedicated to resolving pressing global challenges that are of concern to the United Nations and its member states.
