Autumn Peltier is an Anishinaabe (Ojibwe) environmental activist. The purpose of her life is to work to bring clean water to the indigenous people of Canada. She has also served as the Chief Water Commissioner for the Anishinabek Nation in Ontario, Canada since 2019. Under this position, Autumn represents 40 Ontario First Nations. Along with that, she is also a Canadian public persona and influencer On Instagram with over 120,000 followers.
She was recognized as the top 100 most inspiring and influential women in the world by BBC in 2019. In 2015, she discussed climate change and environmental conservation at the Assembly of First Nations. Her speech garnered her a lot of attention. Her efforts made her a prominent voice for Indigenous communities in Canada and worldwide especially concerning water-related issues.
Early Life & Education
Autumn Peltier was born on September 27, 2004, into the Wiikwemkoong First Nation, located on Manitoulin Island in Ontario, Canada. The Wiikwemkoong First Nation is part of the Anishinaabeg people. Autumn grew up with a strong connection to her Indigenous heritage and culture.
She attended St. Mother Teresa High School and currently living in Ottawa. Autumn’s early experiences and exposure to the importance of water and environmental issues in Indigenous communities significantly shaped her activism. She comes from a family with a history of environmental advocacy, and her journey as a water protector began at a young age.
Biography
| Complete Name | Autumn Peltier |
| Date of Birth | 27 September, 2004 |
| Age | 20 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
| Place Of Birth | Wiikwemkoong First Nation, Ontario, Canada |
| Profession | Activist, Social media star |
| Height | 5’7ft |
| Weight | 65kg |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Religion | Christian |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Siblings | 2 sisters |
| Marital Status | Single |
| Ethnicity | Anishinaabeg |
Physical Appearance
Autumn Peltier began her activism at a young age, drawing attention to the need for clean water in Indigenous communities. Her advocacy work gained prominence when she addressed world leaders, including speaking at the United Nations, where she passionately discussed the importance of protecting water sources and ensuring access to clean water for all communities.
Her appearance is like other Anishinaabeg people with a height of 5’7ft and a healthy physique. She usually upholds her cultural heritage by dressing. Her looks and style are being changed with age but her passion is steadfast.
Career
Autumn took part in a cultural camp in her community in 2015, which focused on teaching youth about the land and team building. She was then invited to travel to the Children’s Climate Conference held in Sweden in which 64 children from 32 different countries were gathered to put their demands to world leaders, that would be delivered to the UN Climate Change Conference 2015 in Paris. Upon returning to Canada, she was invited to the Assembly of First Nations Annual General Assembly, where she delivered a speech calling for action in protecting sacred waters.
Autumn Peltier has been involved in various forums, including speaking at the United Nations, where she has addressed world leaders on the need for water conservation and protection. She has received numerous awards and accolades for her activism, and her dedication to environmental causes has inspired many people globally. She has over 200,000 followers across social media platforms.
After the death of her great-aunt, Josephine Mandamin in 2019, she was named as the chief water commissioner by the Anishinabek Nation in place of her deceased aunt.
On September 29, 2022, the eve of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada, Autumn Peltier’s petition asking for clean water solutions was referenced in a Parliamentary House of Commons address. The petition has over 112,000 signatures and growing. She won the Canada Walk of Fame, Community Hero Award, in 2023.
Family
Autumn’s family consists of her mother and Two sisters. Her mother Stephine Peltier is a single mother and strong-willed. Her elder sister Naomi is 26 and her younger sister Ciera is 18. Her great aunt Josephine Mandamin was also a water activist and her inspiration.
She has a very close relationship with her family and her mother raised her to be a strong girl and supported her in every step of life.
Relationship
Autumn Peltier’s commitment to advocating for clean water and the rights of Indigenous peoples has gained her attention and respect on both national and international levels. Her life revolves around her cause so she didn’t have any relationship and is still single. She is looking for someone who equally participates in her cause.
NetWorth
The net worth of Autumn is estimated at $2 Million from all sources. Her major earnings are from social media platforms where she has a huge fan following,
Social Media Handles
| autumn.peltier | |
| Autumn Peltier |
Interesting Facts
- Her fan following on Instagram is above 126k and on Facebook it’s 45k.
- There is a short documentary film “The Water Walker” on her life.
- Her mother raised three daughters as a single mother
- She has won the Canada Walk of Fame, Community Hero Award, 2023
FAQs
She has been named Chief Water Commissioner by the Anishinabek Nation since 2019.
She is currently 20 years old.
The name of the documentary film on Autumn Peltier is “The Water Walker”.
She won the Canada Walk of Fame, Community Hero Award, in 2023.
