Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 19, 2018
• Invested on: September 04, 2019

Maxine Noel, C.M.
Stratford, Ontario
Internationally renowned visual artist Maxine Noel is celebrated for her representations of the Indigenous woman as the embodiment of Mother Earth. She has used her art to unveil the untold stories of abused women and to promote history, culture and reconciliation. An advocate for emerging artists, she was a leading force behind the National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation—now known as Indspire—and its awards program. A mentor and a volunteer, she continues to bridge the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people across Canada.