Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 13, 2004
• Invested on: March 11, 2005

A highly respected entrepreneur, Morton Brownstein is also a remarkable volunteer and philanthropist. CEO of Brown's Shoe Shops Inc., he took a one-store family business and helped it grow to national prominence, positioning it at the top of the industry. His generosity with time, energy and money is legendary. He has been particularly active in fundraising activities for the Jewish General Hospital and the Montreal Association for the Blind, among others. In addition, his company regularly donates an exceptionally generous percentage of its profits to various community organizations.