Member of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2011-05-26
Invested on: 2012-09-28
A compassionate physician and activist, Samantha Nutt has worked with women and children in the world's most dangerous and impoverished countries. Her commitment to peace, human rights and social justice led her to establish War Child Canada, which provides humanitarian support and hope to young people in war-torn countries. A passionate and articulate speaker and writer, she shares her human stories of war, shedding light on global issues and inspiring others to make a difference.