Greenbelt Award To Kerry-Ann Charles

We’re thrilled to introduce another incredible 2025 Friend of the Greenbelt Award recipient—Kerry-Ann Charles, this year’s Thought Partner Award winner!

Kerry-Ann has been a trusted and inspiring partner for many years, in her capacity as the Environment Partnership Coordinator with Cambium Indigenous Professional Services. She played a key role in developing the Foundation’s Land Acknowledgement, supported the Southern Ontario Nature Coalition, and contributed her expertise to the Oak Ridges Moraine Trail Strategy, just to name a few, ensuring each initiative reflected genuine collaboration and respect.

A proud member of the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation, Kerry-Ann is the Founder and Executive Director of Ne’ikaanigaana — an Ojibway word meaning “seeing ourselves as a reflection of Creation.” Through her leadership and partnership, she continues to strengthen the connection between environmental stewardship and reconciliation across Ontario.

We’re so grateful for Kerry-Ann’s insight, generosity, and unwavering commitment to the Greenbelt’s vision.

Stay tuned as we continue spotlighting our 2025 award recipients and celebrating the people who make the Greenbelt thrive!