Debbie Sheppard-LeMoine, dean of the Faculty of Nursing, was inducted as a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Nursing in recognition of her global leadership in nursing education, research and health policy. (FILE/University of Windsor)
By Sara Meikle
Debbie Sheppard-LeMoine, dean of the Faculty of Nursing at the University of Windsor, will be inducted as a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Nursing on Oct. 29, in recognition of her global impact on nursing education, leadership and policy.
The Fellowship, one of the highest honours awarded by the Canadian Nurses Association, recognizes Canada’s most accomplished nursing leaders whose influence extends across clinical practice, education, administration, research and health policy.
With more than 30 years of academic experience in Canada and abroad, Dr. Sheppard-LeMoine has dedicated her career to advancing nursing education and improving health outcomes. Her research focuses on interprofessional learning, family assessment, home visiting for vulnerable populations and the evolving scope of registered nurses in emergency care.
She has co-led international mobility projects across North America, connecting students, educators and practitioners to promote shared learning and innovation in nursing education.
In Canada, she has chaired national committees and contributed to regulatory reviews that strengthen nursing standards and professional practice. Internationally, she is the only Canadian on the board of the International Family Nursing Association, where she helps shape global family health and nursing policy.
“Being named a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Nursing is an incredible honour,” said Sheppard-LeMoine. “It represents the collective strength of our profession and affirms the important role we play in shaping health policy, advancing education and promoting excellence in care. I’m truly proud to be part of a community that continues to elevate and legitimize the voice of nursing, both here in Canada and around the world.”
Her Fellowship reflects the Faculty of Nursing’s commitment to improving health and well-being through education, research and practice. It also highlights the University of Windsor’s growing global reputation for compassionate, evidence-informed care.
Sheppard-LeMoine’s achievement demonstrates how Windsor leadership is shaping the future of health care on a global scale.