Susan Aglukark will be honoured for her humanitarian efforts at this year's Juno Awards. Today, the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) named the Inuk singer-songwriter and three-time Juno Award winner as the recipient of the Junos' 2022 Humanitarian Award.
The annual Humanitarian Award "recognizes philanthropic efforts from Canadian artists and industry pioneers who have made a meaningful impact on social welfare around the world."
Aglukark, an officer of the Order of Canada known best for her 1995 single "O Siem," is being honoured for her "long-standing dedication to improving the lives of children and youth in Northern Indigenous communities," most notably through her Arctic Rose Foundation.
Founded as the Arctic Rose Project in 2012, before taking its present name upon receiving charitable status in 2016, the Arctic Rose Foundation supports Northern Inuit, First Nations and Metis youth through the creation of Indigenous-led, arts-based after school programs, in addition to other cultural and creative projects. Presently, the organization operates in three communities across Nunavut.
"It is an honour to receive this award, and a privilege to have had the opportunity to help create safe spaces for Northern Inuit and Indigenous youth to explore their own potential and forge cultural connections through Indigenous-led programs," said Aglukark in a statement. "I am proud of the work our team at the Arctic Rose Foundation has achieved so far, and look forward to expanding our footprint across the North to bring more culturally-grounded, adaptable programming to young people and help engage, support and inspire them in all aspects of their lives."
"Susan's unwavering passion and dedication to the Arctic Rose Foundation is truly inspirational," Allan Reid, president & CEO of CARAS/the Juno Awards, added in a respective statement. "From improving food security to decreasing gaps in education, Susan has dedicated her life to tackling some of the most pressing issues faced by Northern Indigenous communities. We are so delighted to commemorate all of her philanthropic achievements at this year's Junos."
Surely Aglukark isn't far away from an induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. Her tenth studio album, The Crossing, is set for release on April 29.
Past winners of the Humanitarian Award include Buffy Sainte-Marie, the Tragically Hip, Arcade Fire, Rush, Neil Young, Tom Cochrane, Sarah McLachlan and more.
The annual Humanitarian Award "recognizes philanthropic efforts from Canadian artists and industry pioneers who have made a meaningful impact on social welfare around the world."
Aglukark, an officer of the Order of Canada known best for her 1995 single "O Siem," is being honoured for her "long-standing dedication to improving the lives of children and youth in Northern Indigenous communities," most notably through her Arctic Rose Foundation.
Founded as the Arctic Rose Project in 2012, before taking its present name upon receiving charitable status in 2016, the Arctic Rose Foundation supports Northern Inuit, First Nations and Metis youth through the creation of Indigenous-led, arts-based after school programs, in addition to other cultural and creative projects. Presently, the organization operates in three communities across Nunavut.
"It is an honour to receive this award, and a privilege to have had the opportunity to help create safe spaces for Northern Inuit and Indigenous youth to explore their own potential and forge cultural connections through Indigenous-led programs," said Aglukark in a statement. "I am proud of the work our team at the Arctic Rose Foundation has achieved so far, and look forward to expanding our footprint across the North to bring more culturally-grounded, adaptable programming to young people and help engage, support and inspire them in all aspects of their lives."
"Susan's unwavering passion and dedication to the Arctic Rose Foundation is truly inspirational," Allan Reid, president & CEO of CARAS/the Juno Awards, added in a respective statement. "From improving food security to decreasing gaps in education, Susan has dedicated her life to tackling some of the most pressing issues faced by Northern Indigenous communities. We are so delighted to commemorate all of her philanthropic achievements at this year's Junos."
Surely Aglukark isn't far away from an induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. Her tenth studio album, The Crossing, is set for release on April 29.
Past winners of the Humanitarian Award include Buffy Sainte-Marie, the Tragically Hip, Arcade Fire, Rush, Neil Young, Tom Cochrane, Sarah McLachlan and more.
