Marcelle Mallet
Roman Catholic nun and founder of the Sisters of Charity of Quebec
About Marcelle Mallet
Lived 1805 – 1871 (aged 66). Marcelle Mallet was a Canadian nun, founder and christian nun.
Marie-Anne-Marcelle Mallet (March 26, 1805 – April 9, 1871) was a Roman Catholic nun and founder of the Sisters of Charity of Quebec. Her surname also appears as Maillet or Maillé. As well, the Sisters of Charity took in new immigrants who had no place else to stay and people who lost their homes to fire.
She was declared venerable in January 2014.
The former convent of the Sisters of Charity of Quebec, known as the Maison Mère-Mallet, has been designated a Quebec heritage building. The Institut Mallet has been established with the aim of promoting a culture of philanthropy in Quebec. A research chair has been established in her name at Laval University to study the impact of philanthropy on society.
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Who was Marcelle Mallet?
Roman Catholic nun and founder of the Sisters of Charity of Quebec (1805-1871)
When was Marcelle Mallet born?
Marcelle Mallet was born on 26 March 1805 in Montreal.
When did Marcelle Mallet die?
Marcelle Mallet died on 9 April 1871 in Quebec City.
What was Marcelle Mallet's occupation?
Marcelle Mallet was a nun, founder and christian nun.
What nationality was Marcelle Mallet?
Marcelle Mallet was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Marie-Anne-Marcelle Mallet
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