Samantha Nutt
Dr. Samantha Nutt is a distinguished Canadian physician and humanitarian known for her work as the founder of War Child Canada, an organization focused on helping children affected by war. Her commitment to social justice and advocacy for vulnerable populations has made a profound impact on global humanitarian efforts.
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Recent news mentions
The jury of author/physician Samantha Nutt considered 58 books submitted by 35 publishers.
Journalist Vince Beiser wins the Balsillie Prize for Public Policy
Canada· 2025-11-26
The three-person jury was composed of author and physician Samantha Nutt.
Balsillie Prize finalists raise uncomfortable questions for policy makers and citizensCanada· 2025-10-01
Samantha Nutt, the president of War Child Canada and a physician who has worked for decades in some of the globe’s most dangerous conflict zones, said the $1-million donation is a lifeline for her organization and others.
Slaight Family Foundation to give 13 organizations $1-million each after ‘horrifying’ USAID cutsCanada· 2025-07-30
Dr. Samantha Nutt is the executive director of War Child Canada and has helped coach Fahima through medical school.
20 years later, the first Somali refugee doctor trained in Canada sets her sights on happier patientsCanada· 2025-05-24
Other inductees this year include War Child Canada founder Dr. Samantha Nutt.
TIFF, Four Seasons founder Isadore Sharp to be inducted into Canada’s Walk of FameCanada· 2025-03-04
