Lt (N) The Reverend Katherine Walker

Born and raised in Calgary, Katherine's childhood was immersed in music thanks to her family of talented musicians. This musical upbringing instilled a deep sense of harmony that extends to all areas of her life.  

She traveled Europe as a toddler with her family, lived in Brazil as a teenager and was off grid in the Yukon Territory as a young woman.

Beginning with a background in Fine Arts and a career in Design, Katherine switched gears and joined the Royal Canadian Navy in 2005. Her naval career has taken her across the globe, specializing in advanced operations before finding her calling as a Chaplain. Ordained during the height of the pandemic on Epiphany 2022, she is profoundly grateful for the guidance and mentorship she received from the Diocese of Algoma.

Completing her Divinity studies at Vancouver Theology, Katherine has now embarked on a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. Currently based in Ottawa and loving every moment, she plans to stay after wrapping up her military career.

With a passion for transformation, Katherine founded Soul HQ to help artists and visionaries let their light shine—brightly. She also dabbles in fiction writing, though she would describe it more as an affliction rather than a passion, thanks to her demanding muse. Redemption is a recurring theme in her work, often infused with humor to tackle tough topics.

A phrase that strongly speaks to Katherine's faith comes from Archbishop Rowan Williams: "Truth makes love possible, and love makes truth bearable."