A Pioneer of Canadian Modernism Roselyn Margaret Kenny Courtice, often recognized by her evocative name Rody Kenny Courtice, remains a luminous figure in the tapestry of Canadian art history. Born in Renfrew, Ontario, on August 30, 1891, her journey was one defined by a profound connection to the natural world and an unwavering commitment to the evolving language of modernism. Her early life was subtly shaped by the craftsmanship of h…