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- 1 2 Weyman Chan. Asian Heritage in Canada (Ryerson University).
- ↑ "Albertans reach Governor General's short lists". Edmonton Journal , October 22, 2008.
- ↑ Jane van Koeverden, "Katherena Vermette, Tomson Highway and Cherie Dimaline among winners at 2021 Writers' Trust Awards". CBC Books, November 3, 2021.
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