- He and his son David Mirvish were awarded the Special Award at the 1998 Laurence Olivier Theatre Awards as recognition of their outstanding restoration and operation of London's Old Vic Theatre.
- Besides his work in theater, he operated a store on Bloor Street and Bathurst Street in Toronto which was named "Honest Ed's" and has been in business for over 55 years.
- He was circumcised by Rabbi Moses Reuben Yoelson, whose son went on to be actor Al Jolson.
- He was awarded the CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire) in 1989.
Contribute to this page
Suggest an edit or add missing content