On Monday, July 15, 2024, Canada’s Walk of Fame honoured Brenda Milner, PhD, the oldest living Inductee, with a special Hometown Stars event at The Neuro in Montreal. The celebration included a commemorative plaque unveiling, guest speakers, and musical performances, marking her 106th birthday and her groundbreaking contributions to neuroscience. Presented by Scotiabank in partnership with Cineplex, with support from Air Canada, the event brought together colleagues, students, and community leaders.
Speakers Included:
- Brenda Milner, 2023 Canada’s Walk of Fame Inductee and pioneering neuropsychologist (via Zoom)
- Jeffrey Latimer, CEO, Canada’s Walk of Fame
- Jean-François Pigeon, Executive Director, Cineplex Québec Est
- Dr. Guy Rouleau, Director, The Neuro, McGill University
- Dr. Lesley Fellows, Dean, Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences, McGill
- Marilyn Jones-Gotman, Milner’s oldest living student
- Alex Norris, Montreal City Councillor, Plateau & Mont-Royal
Performances Included:
- Josh Alexander, Canada’s Walk of Fame RBC Emerging Musician Program alumnus, performing the national anthem and additional songs
Brenda Milner’s commemorative plaque will be mounted at The Healing Garden, Department of Neuro, McGill University. As part of her induction, she directed a $10,000 donation to The Neuro, the leading neuroscience research and clinical facility where she spent her career.
Photography by Derek-Lee Dagenais and Kelly-Ann Daigle
