Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 26, 2011
• Invested on: November 23, 2012

Aaju Peter is an ardent defender of the rights of Canada's northern Indigenous people. An Inuk clothing designer, lawyer and activist, she is committed to preserving Inuit culture and language. Travelling internationally, she has raised global awareness of the challenges confronting Canada's most northern inhabitants. She also speaks about issues related to sustainability and resources, and their impact on the traditional way of life.