Yes, Victoria, Canada, has been home to some remarkable people. Artist Emily Carr, known for her paintings of the indigenous peoples and landscapes of the Pacific Northwest, was born here. Nelly Furtado, the Grammy-winning pop singer, is also from Victoria. Steve Nash, two-time NBA Most Valuable Player, grew up in this city and began his basketball career here. In addition, the famous environmental activist David Suzuki is from Victoria. These personalities give the city a distinct creative and sporting cachet.