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Monsignor Alexandre Vachon, science in French

Alexandre Vachon as a young priest, around 1910.
Alexandre Vachon as a young priest, around 1910. Alexandre Vachon · Montminy & Cie · Photo source · Photo licence: Public domain. Resized for display; item previews may be cropped. The image remains under the licence shown.
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Monsignor Alexandre Vachon (1885–1953) was a strong advocate of scientific education and the promotion of science for French-speaking Canadians. He founded scientific institutions, served as faculty dean and president of Université Laval, and as Archbishop of Ottawa defended the rights of Franco-Ontarians.

Scope & context

Vachon’s significance as recognized in his 2023 designation.

Sources behind this record

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Monsignor Alexandre Vachon National Historic Person ↗

Parks Canada

Historical importance; plaque text