Member of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2019-11-22
Invested on: 2023-10-26
Sheri-D Wilson, C.M.
Calgary, Alberta and Vancouver, British Columbia
Using words, beats and rhythm, award-winning poet and author Sheri-D Wilson connects individuals to their truths, their voices and each other. As the founding artistic director of both the Spoken Word Program at the Banff Centre and the Calgary Spoken Word Festival, she has promoted the vibrant artistry of poetry as a platform for expression in her community, across the country and beyond. Internationally revered for her empowering performance style, this artistic ambassador advocates for social change and shares messages on women’s rights and environmental awareness through a surrealist lens.