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Suzanne Rogers

Suzanne Rogers at Fashion Exchange
Photo courtesy of Living Luxe Inc; Photographer George Pimentel
About the Patron Suzanne Rogers

Suzanne Rogers is a Canadian fashion enthusiast and a notable supporter of the Canadian fashion industry. Her passionate involvement extends across a spectrum of events and organizations, including her support of the Toronto Fashion Incubator (TFI) and The Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards (CAFA).

Born in the Northern Ontario town of Elliot Lake, Suzanne has a passion for charitable causes.  She supports multiple initiatives that directly improve and help the lives of children and has raised over $3.7 million for children’s charities with her signature events “Suzanne Rogers Presents” which bring in international designers for a full fashion show and gala dinner.   Rogers contributes her leadership skills to several charities through her work with Scrubs in the City in support of SickKids, the Butterfly Ball in support of Boost Child and Youth Advocacy Centre, Covenant House and their campaign "Just Like a Girl You Know" to combat sex trafficking, and the Governor General Performing Arts Awards from 2015-2017.

Over the years, Suzanne has shown her continued support within the Ryerson fashion community and is excited by the work of both current students and alumni.