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Heather Cooper, the visionary graphic artist behind the iconic Roots beaver logo and the first TIFF poster, passed away at 81, leaving behind a legacy that shaped Canadian identity and redefined global branding. From daring lion-themed resort campaigns to portraits of Pope John Paul II and Alex Trebek, her work blended bold creativity with sharp business sense. A quiet force in Toronto’s 70s design scene, she turned childhood paintbrushes into a powerhouse career, mentoring the next generation from her rural retreat.

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