Canada Day: How well do you know Canadian artists?

Over the years, Canada has produced many artists whose talents have shone both here and abroad. Can you identify the following ten?

Who am I?

1. As an icon of dance sport, I was a judge on So You Think You Can Dance in both the United States and Canada.

2. An influential painter associated with the Group of Seven, I was also the first president of the Canadian Group of Painters.

3. The red-haired orphan with a sharp tongue that I created has travelled the world, both on paper and on screen.

4. I played a leading role in the series Cardinal and hosted the reality TV show The Traitors Canada.

5. I sing both pop and jazz music and have sold over 75 million albums worldwide.

6. I have directed episodes of many popular series, including The Walking Dead and Game of Thrones.

7. As a legendary guitarist and songwriter, including with The Guess Who, I have been awarded the Order of Canada.

8. A self-taught photographer, I focus on capturing moments that reflect the Arctic environment and Inuit culture.

9. I work with various materials including wax, stone, bronze and steel. I am particularly known for my “Women are Persons!” monuments.

10. In addition to being a symphony and opera conductor, I’m the musical director of the National Youth Orchestra of Canada.

Answers

1. Jean-Marc Généreux

2. Lawren Harris

3. Lucy Maud Montgomery

4. Karine Vanasse

5. Michael Bublé

6. Michelle MacLaren

7. Randy Bachman

8. Jimmy Manning

9. Barbara Paterson

10. Naomi Woo