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Gildan Activewear appoints Sheila O'Brien to company's BOD

23 Jun '05

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Leading activewear manufacturer and marketer Gildan Activewear Inc announced the appointment of Ms. Sheila O'Brien to its Board of Directors.

Ms. O'Brien is currently Special Advisor on student life to the President of the University of Calgary. In this capacity, she is responsible for all aspects of the quality of the student experience at the University.

Ms.O'Brien previously enjoyed a successful career over 30 years in the oil, gas and petrochemical sectors in Canada, the U.S. and Europe. Most recently, she was a member of the executive leadership team of NOVA Chemicals, with primary responsibility for human resources, investor relations, public relations and government affairs.

Ms. O'Brien has been active in government and community affairs for many years. She has devoted much of her volunteer service to the advancement of women and founded several recognition and mentorship programs for women. She is also a member of the Board of directors of Vartana, an innovative bank concept to support voluntary sector organizations.

Her contributions in the areas of women's issues, human rights, education, health and welfare have been recognized through various awards and, in February 1999, Ms. O'Brien was invested as a member of the Order of Canada, the country's highest honour and public service award.

With the addition of Ms. O'Brien, Gildan's Board of Directors now comprises eight members, of which seven are independent of management. All Board Committees are composed exclusively of independent directors.

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