Jaspinder Komal has a long, distinguished record in public service related to veterinary public health, agricultural science, and policy. His detailed knowledge of Canada's agriculture and food production systems has advanced policies to ensure safe, sustainable food production for Canadians and foster economic viability. His passion to strengthen and collaborate with Canadian veterinary colleges has led to better training of students and sharing of public research facilities. As Canada's chief veterinary officer and World Organisation for Animal Health delegate, he has represented Canada with distinction through positive leadership and enhanced the reputation of Canada's animal health sector worldwide. Jaspinder has recently moved to Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) where he will be managing the defence research and security science.