Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: April 17, 2026

Chris Cran, C.M.
Calgary, Alberta

A transformative force in the Calgary visual arts community, Chris Cran has shaped generations of artists through his innovative explorations of painting. Blending traditional genres with pop-cultural sources, he playfully disrupts perception. A celebrated exhibitor, mentor, teacher and advocate, he has profoundly enriched Canada’s artistic landscape.