REACH’s Executive Director, Nicole LeMire received the prestigious ‘Rising Star Award’ from Société Santé en Français, a national organization dedicated to enhancing access to quality and equitable health programs and services in French through collaborative leadership.

This award aims to highlight a person who demonstrates exceptional commitment to the development of health services in French, and promising leadership within their community.

In collaboration with RésoSanté, Nicole played an integral role in establishing the first Francophone community health centre in British Columbia, Santé Ouest. Over the course of 18 months, she voluntarily devoted her time offering strategic and operational advice and support.

Through her expertise and leadership, Nicole was instrumental in defining the centre’s strategic vision, securing approval from the Ministry of Health, obtaining funding, and recruiting qualified staff.

In the photo from left to right: Dr Brian Conway, President and Medical Director of the Vancouver Infectious Disease Centre and the newly created CHC for francophones, Nicole LeMire, Executive Director of REACH, Nour Enayah, Executive Director of RésoSanté

As Nour Enayah, Executive Director of RésoSanté shared ‘Nicole’s involvement went beyond technical advice. Nicole truly embodied the values of collaboration and altruism, enabling RésoSanté to overcome significant challenges. Her determination and dedication laid the foundation for a sustainable project vital to the Francophone community in the province.’

We are extremely proud of Nicole’s efforts and leadership skills that go beyond her role at REACH. We extend our heartiest congratulations for this well-deserved award acknowledging her tireless leadership and dedication to health equity!