Julia Morton-Marr
Peace advocate
Julia Morton-Marr was born and educated in Australia. In 1988 she immigrated to Canada, settling in the Erindale area of Mississauga. She soon became interested in the tourism industry, but with a twist: Julia quickly became a passionate advocate for cross-cultural promotion of peace between people and the natural environment. She has worked with many charities and public agencies to promote the cause of sustainability.
One of Julia’s initiatives, the International School Peace Gardens (ISPG), has especially impacted the landscape of Peel. This program has encouraged students to design, plant, and maintain gardens on their school grounds. The gardens have helped children cooperate and learn about nature.
Julia’s research shows that the peace gardens make people happier and more hopeful. Her program has spread internationally and fostered relationships between communities across the globe.
Julia has won many awards for her tireless volunteer work, including the YMCA’s peace medallion. In 2005 she was one of 1000 women from around the world nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize.