"Public members have always provided valuable insight to our Council discussions," noted CPSA Registrar Dr. Trevor Theman, "and we are proud to have a public member as Council President.  Ms Pfeiffer is very knowledgeable about our business and I believe she will do an outstanding job."

Although Irene spent the larger part of her professional career in the business world, she has eight years of experience as a public member of the College Council, and has also held leadership positions with the Chamber of Commerce, University of Calgary, Mount and Royal College. Her numerous accolades for her business and volunteer activities include a YWCA Women of Distinction Award, the Queen's Jubilee Medal for Community Service, the Lifetime of Service Generosity of Spirit Award, and the Order of Canada.