Brian Merrett | |
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| Born | July 28, 1945 Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada |
| Died | September 21, 2023 (aged 78) North Hatley, Quebec, Canada |
| Known for | Photography and architectural activism |
| Father | John Campbell Merrett |
Brian Jackson Merrett (July 28, 1945 – September 21, 2023) was a Canadian photographer and architectural activist known for his contributions to the preservation of Montreal's architectural heritage. Through his photographs and actions toward saving threatened buildings, he played an important role in the preservation of Montreal's historic structures, including the Shaughnessy House, which later became the Canadian Centre for Architecture, and the Windsor Station. He was one of the founding members of Heritage Montreal, a Canadian non-profit conservation organization.