About Colette L. Samson
Lived 1923 – 1991 (aged 67). Colette L. Samson was a Canadian philanthropist.
Colette L. Samson (born June 28, 1923 – 1991) was the founder of La Maison Revivre, a refuge for the homeless, in Quebec City.
In 1980, she was named Personality of the Year by the Régionale des Jeunes Chambres de Commerce de Québec. In 1986, she received the Prix Bénévolat-Canada awarded by the Canadian government. Samson was named a Chevalière in the National Order of Quebec in 1987.
Rue Colette-Samson in Quebec City was named in her honour.
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Who was Colette L. Samson?
Canadian activist (1923–1991)
When was Colette L. Samson born?
Colette L. Samson was born on 28 June 1923 in Lévis.
When did Colette L. Samson die?
Colette L. Samson died on 15 May 1991 in Quebec City.
What was Colette L. Samson's occupation?
Colette L. Samson was a philanthropist.
What nationality was Colette L. Samson?
Colette L. Samson was Canadian.
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