Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 19, 2012
• Invested on: May 03, 2013

Actress and radio host Marina Orsini is a darling of Quebec culture. Beginning with her sensational breakthrough on the cult television series “Lance et compte,” other roles on the small and large screens have followed. Performing equally well in English and French, she is renowned for her natural gift for portraying her characters with authenticity. Memorably, she immortalized the characters of Émilie Bordeleau in Les filles de Caleb, and Dr. Lucille Teasdale in Dr. Lucille. Host of the popular radio program “5 à 8 de Marina” on Rouge fm, she is also known for her community involvement, notably with Tel-jeunes, for which she has been the spokesperson for over two decades.