André Vanasse
Canadian writer (1942–2026)
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André Vanasse (March 6, 1942 – February 26, 2026) was a Canadian writer. A member of the Académie des lettres du Québec, he was nominated for a Governor General's Award in the category French-language children's literature for the novel Des Millions pour une chanson.[1]
André Vanasse | |
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Vanasse in 2012 | |
| Born | March 6, 1942 Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
| Died | February 26, 2026 (aged 83) |
| Education | University of Vincennes in Saint-Denis |
| Occupation | Writer |
In 2017, he was awarded the Order of Canada for his recognition in promoting Quebec literature for over fifty years.[2][3]
Vanasse died from complications of Alzheimer's disease on February 26, 2026, at the age of 83.[4][5]
