Amanda Viger
1845–1906 (age 61)
Biography
Amanda Viger (1845–1906) was a pioneering pharmacist who broke professional barriers in her field during a time when women in medicine were rare. Her work in pharmacy demonstrated both scientific knowledge and a commitment to the health and wellbeing of her community in Saint-Christophe-d'Arthabaska.
Viger's legacy as a female professional in the nineteenth century remains noteworthy. She paved the way for future generations of women in pharmaceutical practice and is remembered with respect for her contributions to both her profession and her community.