Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 19, 2022
• Invested on: November 17, 2022

Marilyn Brooks-Coles, C.M., O.Ont.
Toronto, Ontario

Marilyn Brooks is one of Canada’s leading fashion icons. A beloved designer and a fearless entrepreneur for more than four decades, she has transformed fashion retailing in Canada with her imaginative boutiques, renowned for their creativity, edgy designs and fun shopping experiences. Her vertical business model was a game-changer in the industry and emulated by fashion designers across the country and around the world. A true visionary leader, she was a driving force of support for the Canadian fashion industry, and an inspirational mentor to and champion of young Canadian talent.