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Lucien Loiselle: Architect of Francophone Legacy | Winnipeg News
Lucien Loiselle, a towering force in Manitoba’s francophone community, passed away at 85, leaving behind a legacy of cultural preservation and community leadership. As an educator and tireless advocate, he co-founded Folklorama’s French Canadian pavilion, led the Centre Culturel Franco-Manitobain, and served for two decades as president of Folklore Canada International. His passion extended beyond institutions—he rallied his family, including three sons, ten grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren, to champion French Canadian heritage. Even in retirement, he volunteered to organize his…
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