Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 24, 2012
• Invested on: September 12, 2014

For her contributions as a writer, commentator and social activist on environmental issues, notably as co-founder of ╔quiterre.


An eco-sociologist, activist and author, Laure Waridel is an incredible agent of change and role model for young people. She co-founded and chaired Equiterre, a non-profit organization promoting socially and ecologically responsible economic choices, and helped to build its reputation. A pioneer, she has raised awareness in Quebec about fair trade and eco-friendly food and has published several works on the topic, including Une cause cafÚ and LÆEnvers de lÆassiette. She has also been recognized for her ability to distill complex issues into readily understandable terms and has used various for a, here and abroad, to inform others about responsible consumption.