The Dr. John Rook Leadership Award for Poverty Reduction

The Dr. John Rook Leadership Award for Poverty Reduction is presented annually to an outstanding Canadian who has demonstrated exemplary leadership in working to end poverty and embodies the principles of the Canadian Poverty Institute. The award is named in honour of Dr. John Rook, founder of the Canadian Poverty Institute.

2024 Award Recipient

The recipient of the 2024 inaugural Dr. John Rook Leadership Award is Sheila Regehr. Ms. Regehr serves as the Chair of Basic Income Canada and is the former Executive Director of the National Council on Welfare. Read more about her accomplishments and lifetime of service here.