An Emmy-winning costume designer, a health care innovator, and the first female president of the Canadian Space Agency were among those named as new notable alumni at Dalhousie.
Dalhousie’s notable alumni are recognized for leadership and impact across fields.
In November 2026, six distinguished individuals were added, including leaders in ocean governance, public policy, costume and set design, accessible health care, and technological innovation.
Arts and media
- Debra Hanson (BA’72) is an Emmy-award winning set and costume designer who has built an acclaimed career across theatre, film, and television.
Business, industry, and innovation
- Jaime Leverton (MBA’00) is a business executive recognized for her leadership across the digital asset and technology industries.
Health and medicine
- Jeff Leger (BScPh’95) is a health-care leader who has helmed national companies with an eye toward making care more accessible.
Public service
- Catherine Blewett (BA’86, BAHC’87, MPA’90) is an accomplished public sector leader with extensive experience in public policy, ocean governance, and economic development.
- Lisa Campbell (LLB’91) is a lawyer and civil servant who blazed trails as the first woman to lead the Canadian Space Agency.
- Claudia Chender (BA’99) is a politician and lawyer who serves as the leader of the Nova Scotia New Democratic Party.