Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: September 24, 2021
• Invested on: February 22, 2024

Barbara G. Stymiest, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario

Barbara Stymiest has played a trailblazing role in shaping CanadaÆs business sector. Lauded for her character and mentorship, she is an established authority on financial services, and has occupied senior positions with both BMO Capital Markets and RBC. The first woman to head a North American stock exchange, she revolutionized the TSX, notably presiding over its initial public offering. She has chaired several organizations, and remains a sought-after member of corporate and non-profit boards, in addition to continually supporting business education and charitable causes.