Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 9, 2022

Shelley Diane Ambrose, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario

Shelley Ambrose is passionate about Canada and its stories. As a reporter, producer, publisher and executive, she created space for broad dialogue and encouraged people to examine what it means to be Canadian. Under her leadership, the renowned not-for-profit foundation, The Walrus, reached new heights, creating multiple platforms for the Canadian conversation—from coast to coast to coast. A dedicated, lifelong volunteer, she has contributed to a wide range of causes including literacy, nature conservation, the North, Canada-U.S. relations, and the arts.