List of Filipino Canadians

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This is a list of Filipino Canadians who have made significant contributions to Canadian culture, politics, or society. It also includes those with notable mentions in Canadian media.

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Academia

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Dance

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Visual arts

Journalism

Literature

Theater

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Fashion and pageantry

Pageants

Labour

Health Science

Politics

Sports

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Television

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Film

Internet

Disc jockeys

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