Edward Rogers III holds control over 97.52% of the voting shares of Rogers Communications as the Chair of the Rogers Control Trust. Born in Toronto in 1969, he manages a major telecommunications footprint that spans cable television, high-speed internet, and residential telephony, while overseeing significant expansions into sports ownership and national digital infrastructure.
Early Career and Education
After attending Upper Canada College, Rogers earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Western Ontario. He began his professional career with the Comcast Corporation in the Philadelphia area, where he worked from 1992 to 1994. Upon returning to Canada, he joined his family’s company, beginning with a role as Director of Sales for Rogers Cable Inc.
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From January 2003 to September 2009, Rogers served as President and CEO of Rogers Cable Inc. During his tenure, he oversaw a business that included more than 475 retail stores and employed over 14,000 people. By 2009, the unit generated $3.8 billion in revenue and over $1.3 billion in EBITDA. He was credited with doubling the division's EBITDA and increasing free cash flow by more than $800 million.
Corporate Governance and Mergers
In 2021, Rogers faced a boardroom conflict regarding the direction of Rogers Communications. After being briefly removed as chairman, he used a written resolution to reconstitute the board, a move validated by Justice Shelley Fitzpatrick of the British Columbia Supreme Court in November 2021. He was reinstated as chairman and subsequently oversaw the $20-billion acquisition of Shaw Communications in 2023. By July 2025, his leadership resulted in the company doubling its stake in Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment to 75%.
Public Recognition and Philanthropy
Rogers has engaged in various philanthropic roles, including as Honorary Co-Chair of the 'Love, Scarborough' fundraising campaign. In 2026, he was appointed to the Order of Ontario. His other honors include the 2025 Canadian Chamber of Commerce Business Leader of the Year award, the King Charles III Coronation Medal received in 2025, and the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal awarded in 2012.
Fast facts
- Born: 1969, Toronto
- Education: University of Western Ontario
- Current Role: Executive Chair, Rogers Communications
- Key Acquisition: Shaw Communications ($20-billion)
- Professional Honors: Order of Ontario, 2026
- Sports Portfolio: 75% ownership of MLSE
- Citizenship: Canadian
Questions readers ask
What is Edward Rogers III's primary role in Rogers Communications?
He serves as the Executive Chair of the board and holds controlling power through his position as Chair of the Rogers Control Trust.
Which major telecommunications merger did he oversee in 2023?
He oversaw the $20-billion acquisition of Shaw Communications, the largest telecommunications merger in Canadian history.
Achievements
- Educated at University of Western Ontario
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