Lorraine is a versatile social justice activist and artist who is deeply committed to her craft, and to advancing arts and culture in our province and nationally. Over the years she has worked with many diverse grassroots communities in collaborative projects that were created to build bridges and showcase other talents as well as mentorship opportunities. The work for which Lorraine is best known, and which garnered awards and accolades is her role as lead singer/songwriter/guitarist for the iconic political pop group The Parachute Club, which she co-founded in 1982 and had worldwide radio play for recording, numerous television , radio, concert and club tours and appearances throughout the United States, Europe, and Canada. The band produced 5 albums: The Parachute Club (1983); At the Feet of the Moon (1984); Moving Thru the Moonlight (1985);Small Victories (1986);The Wild Zone Greatest Hits 1992). Her solo CD work Phoenix (1992), Luminous City (1998), Invincible Decency (2015) solidifies a solid track record that enhances her reputation as iconic Canadian Musician, Songwriter, Filmmaker, Event Producer, Artistic Director and Lecturer whose work, no matter what the medium, remains consistently topical and relevant. Her passion, empathy and charisma have served a career, on stage and in production, that has educated and inspired Canadians for over 3 decades.