Loreena McKennitt is a Canadian singer, composer and multi-instrumentalist, She was born on February 17, 1957, in the province of Manitoba.
She is best known for producing world music albums that encompass both Celtic and Middle Eastern themes.
Loreena McKennitt was appointed as Honorary Colonel of the Royal Canadian Air Force in August 2014. She had previously served as Honorary Colonel of 435 Transport and Rescue Squadron at 17 Wing Winnipeg, Manitoba and was awarded the RCAF Commander’s Commendation in recognition of outstanding professionalism and dedication.

On 29th October 2019, Loreena officially announced that as of November that year, she effectively put the music business on hold for an indefinite period to focus on other personal interests. In October 2023, she released a new album entitled Under A Winter's Moon (effectively ending the self imposed hiatus) and on 19th January 2024 announced a further new offering The Road Back Home would be released 8th March 2024.