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Marcel Gagnon to be awarded Honorary Degree by UNBC
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An Elder and accomplished artist from the Lheidli T’enneh will receive an honorary Doctor of Laws degree during UNBC’s virtual convocation.
Marcel Gagnon, belongs to the Beaver Clan and, despite his own challenges with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, has been a tireless advocate for those who endure the symptoms of the disorder.
He has also worked as an addictions counselor, and with men in the corrections system for nearly two decades.
As an Elder, Gagnon continues to share knowledge and understanding surrounding his cultural teachings and was instrumental in bringing the Indigenous Court System to Prince George.