Lest We Forget Her: Canadian women who have died in service

Women have long answered the call to serve and have shaped Canada’s military history in profound ways. From early roles as caregivers and nurses to positions of leadership and combat, they have and continue to serve with strength and resilience.

Since Confederation, over 200 women have died while serving in the Canadian military and Royal Canadian Mounted Police. We honour their memory by ensuring their sacrifice is never forgotten. Explore the links below to discover their stories and honour their legacy.

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Jenner Lenna Mae Canadian Army Medical Corps
MacDonald Katherine Maud Canadian Army Nursing Service
Lowe Margaret Canadian Army Nursing Service
Young Isabel Luella Royal Canadian Air Force (Women's Division)
Pringle Eden Lyal Canadian Army Nursing Service
Beckett Sarah Anne Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Wake Gladys Maude Mary Canadian Army Nursing Service
Green Matilda Ethel Canadian Army Nursing Service
Tupper Addie Allen (Adruenna) Canadian Army Medical Corps
Hennan Victoria Belle Canadian Army Medical Corps
MacKay Mary Margaret Murray Territorial Army Nursing Service
Goddard Nichola Kathleen Sarah Royal Canadian Horse Artillery
Trépanier Judith Ann Canadian Forces Communication Command Headquarters
Frederickson Christine Canadian Army Medical Corps
Gallaher Minnie Katherine Canadian Army Medical Corps