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Jean Lapierre
Jean Lapierre

Jean Lapierre, a former Member of the Canadian House of Commons, was born on May 7, 1956, and passed away on March 29, 2016. He was an influential figure in Canadian politics, contributing significantly to the country's social and political stability during his career. more

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