The Monarch Retractable Awning is for homeowners who want a quality retractable awning without the price tag of a premium motorized unit. Designed by MacDonald Awnings — a Canadian manufacturer with nearly 50 years in the business — the Monarch delivers the essentials done right: good materials, solid construction, and professional installation.
Sunbrella Fabric
The Monarch comes standard with Sunbrella solution-dyed acrylic fabric — the same premium textile used on our higher-end lines. Solution-dyed means the colour is baked into the fibre, not coated on top, so it won’t fade, peel, or look washed out after a few seasons. UV-blocking, water-repellent, and easy to clean.
Manual Gear Operation
The Monarch uses a smooth manual hand crank system — no motor, no wiring, no remote to lose. It’s reliable, low-maintenance, and easy to operate. Extend it in the morning, retract it in the evening. For homeowners who don’t need or want motorization, it’s the right call.
Aluminum & Stainless Steel Frame
The frame is aluminum with stainless steel hardware — rust-resistant and built to handle Southern Ontario’s range of weather. Not the heaviest-duty frame in our lineup, but well-constructed for its price point and designed to last.
Professional Installation Included
Unlike box-store awnings that arrive with a manual and a bag of hardware, every Monarch comes with professional installation by Canadian Shade. Our installers mount it correctly, at the right height and angle, anchored properly to your home. We also service what we install — which big box stores don’t.
Who It’s For
The Monarch is a good fit for:
- Budget-conscious homeowners who still want a quality Canadian product
- Smaller patios and decks where a lower-cost option makes sense
- Rental properties or secondary homes
- Homeowners who prefer manual over motorized
Installation & Warranty
Professionally installed across the GTA and Southern Ontario. 10-year product warranty, 5-year installation warranty.
Questions about which awning is right for your budget and space? Call us at (647) 999-5043 — we’re happy to walk you through the options.
