List of Ukrainian Canadians

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This is a list of notable Ukrainian Canadians , including both original immigrants who obtained Canadian citizenship and their Canadian descendants. To be included in this list, the person must have a Wikipedia article showing they are Ukrainian Canadian or must have references showing they are Ukrainian Canadian and are notable.

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Arts and entertainment

Actors

Musicians

Other artists and entertainers

Business and finance

Government and politics

Governors General

Lieutenant Governors

Premiers

Others

Literature and journalism

Military

Religion

Science and technology

Sports

Curling

Ice hockey

Other sports

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