10 Facts About Michele Landsberg

Michele Landsberg OC, was born on 12 July 1939 and is a Canadian journalist, author, public speaker, feminist and social activist.

In 2006, Landsberg was made an Officer of the Order of Canada.

Michele Landsberg was born on 12 July 1939, in Toronto, Ontario.

Michele Landsberg has received an honorary degree from McMaster University, and in 2008, the University of Toronto presented her with an honorary doctor of laws degree.

In 1962, Michele Landsberg joined the staff of The Globe and Mail.

Michele Landsberg married Lewis soon after signing on with the Globe, but maintained a byline under her birth name, since her editors preferred that it not be known that she was married to a socialist politician.

In 1971, Michele Landsberg returned to full-time work, serving as a staff writer and editor for Chatelaine magazine.

Michele Landsberg additionally wrote a regular column for Chatelaine, working with editor and women's rights activist, Doris Anderson.

In 1978, Michele Landsberg joined the staff of the Toronto Star, where she served as a regular columnist on feminist issues for over 25 years.

Michele Landsberg eventually retired her column with the Toronto Star in 2005.