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Consequential Summers

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In this chapter,Turene discusses two transformative summer jobs he held in Winnipeg during 1963 and 1965: guiding tourists through the Manitoba Legislative Building under Premier Roblin, and researching language group interactions for the Royal Commission on Bilingualism and Biculturalism.

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Roger Turene

Roger Turene has had a multifaceted career that spans decades, including diplomatic service, government advisory roles, and environmental advocacy. He has written this book simultaneously in French and English, with the French version being published by Les Éditions du Blé. Roger has previously published Mon pays noir sur blanc—regards sur le Manitoba francais on the French community in Manitoba. A dedicated advocate for cultural preservation and environmental protection, Roger continues to inspire through his storytelling and unwavering commitment to public service. He lives with his partner in Winnipeg, Manitoba.