Co-hosted by Quebec actress Karine Vanasse and Canadian activist and model Grace Mahary, the Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards (CAFA) were held on October 15 in Toronto.

The 8th annual awards gala brought together artists, influencers and business leaders from the fashion industry—in Canada and abroad—to celebrate the winners of the 2022 edition. Here is a look back at the highlights of this unmissable fashion event.

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Designer of the Year Award for Women's Fashion: LECAVALIER

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Marie-Ève Lecavalier is the Montreal-based designer behind the LECAVALIER brand.

Canadian International Designer Award: Jennifer Zuccarini

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Zuccarini is the founder and CEO of Fleur du Mal.

Outstanding Achievement Award 2022: Rami Atallah, Firas Atallah and Bassel Atallah, co-founders of SSENSE

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Presented virtually by Matthew Williams, Creative Director of Givenchy and Founder of 1017 ALYX 9SM, the award went to co-founders Rami Atallah, Firas Atallah and Bassel Atallah of SSENSE.

Emerging Talent Award for Accessories: Maguire

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Sisters Romy and Myriam Maguire are the founders of the Montreal-based shoe brand Maguire.

Changemaker Award: George Sully

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Sully is the founder of the Black Designers of Canada Index.

Changemaker Award: Sage Paul

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Paul is an artist and the General Manager of Indigenous Fashion Arts.

Designer of the Year Award for Men's Fashion: Mr. Saturday

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Joey Gollish is the founder and creative director of the Mr. Saturday brand.

Emerging Talent Award in Fashion: Kathryn Bowen

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