Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 12, 2016
• Invested on: May 12, 2017

Ilkay Silk, C.M.
Fredericton, New Brunswick

For her contributions to arts and culture organizations in New Brunswick, particularly for her work with youth in theatre.

Ilkay Silk has left an indelible mark on New Brunswick’s cultural scene. An actor, director, producer and educator, she was the influential head of drama at St. Thomas University for decades, nurturing the development of young actors and spearheading the construction of a state-of¬-the-art theatre for amateur and professional companies. She also provided performance opportunities for youth as co-founder of Theatre New Brunswick’s Young Company and NotaBle Acts, a festival that features emerging playwrights, actors and directors. Her mentorship and creativity have also benefited Theatre New Brunswick and its foundation.

Ilkay Silk has left an indelible mark on New Brunswick’s cultural scene. An actor, director, producer and educator, she was the influential head of drama at St. Thomas University for decades, nurturing the development of young actors and spearheading the construction of a state-of¬-the-art theatre for amateur and professional companies. She also provided performance opportunities for youth as co-founder of Theatre New Brunswick’s Young Company and NotaBle Acts, a festival that features emerging playwrights, actors and directors. Her mentorship and creativity have also benefited Theatre New Brunswick and its foundation.