Peggy Baker is one of Canada’s most celebrated and influential dance artists, respected as a performer in the work of esteemed Canadian and American creators; as an educator in conservatory dance programs throughout North America; and as a choreographer of potent and visually striking works for her Toronto based company, Peggy Baker Dance Projects (1990 – 2023) with presentation in theatres, galleries, public spaces and on media screens across Canada and the U.S., as well as Mexico, Argentina, Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark, Korea, and Japan. Among her many awards: The Order of Canada, the Governor General’s Award and The Carsen Prize.

What do you do in your free time: I am a voracious reader of fiction, non-fiction and poetry.

What is your favourite TV show: My favourite TV show is Digging for Britain, in which Professor Alice Roberts visits current archaeological sites, unearthing history across centuries.

What is your favourite travel destination: My favourite travel destination is London, England. Perhaps I lived thee in a former life!