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- ↑ Maggie Gillis, "Weight Watchers teen program 'heartbreaking' for woman recovering from eating disorder". CBC News Newfoundland and Labrador, March 6, 2018.
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- ↑ Connie Thiessen, "DGC unveils Discovery Award long list". Broadcast Dialogue, September 12, 2024.
