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Flanagan, Jackie
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A philanthropist and ardent supporter of the arts, Jackie Flanagan has encouraged public engagement and emerging Canadian writers for decades. With the conviction that effective democracy requires well-informed and empowered citizens, she created Alberta Views magazine, an innovative publication that offers alternative perspectives on political and social issues, and celebrates the province’s cultural and artistic richness. She also established the Flanagan Foundation, which supports projects and organizations across multiple sectors that either help those in crisis or contribute to the long-term enhancement of society.
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Markin-Flanagan Distinguished Writers Programme
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Calgary Distinguished Writers Program (1993-)
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The University of Calgary's Faculty of Arts established the Calgary Distinguished Writers Program in 1993, sourcing funding from a private donors Allen Markin and Jackie Flanagan