Luncheon-conference

From one generation to the next:

The power of stories

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Thursday December 03, 2026

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The National Club, Bay Street

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Lunch, in-depth interview and networking

This exceptional luncheon-conference brings together two unique voices in French-Canadian literature to explore resilience, neurodiversity, and the transformative power of storytelling. From the inspiring journey of an internationally renowned author in exile to the commitment of a young, up-and-coming writer, discover how writing allows us to reinvent ourselves and change the world, one story at a time.

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Biography

Kim Thuy

Born in Vietnam, Kim Thúy left her native country at the age of 10 with the boat people to settle in Quebec. A graduate in linguistics and law from the University of Montreal, she has a remarkably diverse professional background. Before dedicating herself to writing, she worked as a seamstress, interpreter, lawyer, and owner of the renowned Montreal restaurant Ru de Nam.

Her first novel, Ru, was a resounding worldwide success: translated into some thirty languages, it won the prestigious Governor General's Literary Award and was recently adapted into a film. Through her poetic prose, authenticity, and humanity, Kim Thúy has become one of the most inspiring and beloved voices in the Francophonie.

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Christelle Cameron Siemeni Emadak

Christelle, a Canadian of Cameroonian origin born in Brampton, is an 11-year-old student in the 6th grade.Deeply passionate about reading, she places education for all children and the acceptance of neurodiversity at the heart of her priorities.Drawing inspiration from her family experiences, she wrote her first book. My brother Ricki, at the age of 10Published by [Publisher Name] Dad, tell me a storyThis book aims to engage children, teachers, and parents.Through her voice and her involvement with underprivileged children, Christelle hopes to change the world in her own way..