Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: October 21, 2020
• Invested on: February 22, 2024

Jackie Flanagan, C.M.
Calgary, Alberta

A philanthropist and ardent supporter of the arts, Jackie Flanagan has encouraged public engagement and emerging Canadian writers for decades. With the conviction that effective democracy requires well-informed and empowered citizens, she created Alberta Views magazine, an innovative publication that offers alternative perspectives on political and social issues, and celebrates the province’s cultural and artistic richness. She also established the Flanagan Foundation, which supports projects and organizations across multiple sectors that either help those in crisis or contribute to the long-term enhancement of society.