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Remembering Dr. Armour

About Dr. Armour

Dr. Armour passed away in early 2019, leaving an incredible legacy behind that we are committed to continue in her honour. Dr. Armour was the founding co-chair of WISEST (Women in Scholarship, Engineering, Science and Technology)—an organization with more than thirty years of experience supporting and promoting inclusion and diversity in sciences. Known for her quiet humility, sincere interest in others, and "do science as if people mattered" approach, Dr. Armour was a guiding light and fervent supporter of women and girls in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics).

Read about her life and watch the Celebration of Life Service held June 12, 2019 at The Margaret-Ann Armour School in Edmonton, Alberta.

Dr. Margaret-Ann Armour Memorial Celebration - Nov 25, 2020

Donate in memory of Dr. Armour

We invite you to join us for a virtual celebration in honour of Dr. Margaret-Ann Armour, sponsored by Shell Canada. There will be a presentation about Margaret-Ann and her contributions to WISEST, followed by some general networking.

Edmonton artist Amy Dixon (@amydixonart on Instagram) has created a special painting on behalf of WISEST in memory of Margaret-Ann, which will be showcased at the event and auctioned off after the event to the highest bidder. The painting features Margaret Ann's favourite flower, orchids, and her favourite colour, purple. A limited run of 11x17 prints of the painting will also be available for purchase through Amy Dixon for $55.00 for anyone else wishing to take home a memory of Margaret-Ann. Amy will be generously donating all of the proceeds to WISEST. Thanks, Amy!