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Rose Marie Cardinal

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Tantoo Cardinal

Active - 1981 - 2023  |   Born - Jul 20, 1950 in Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada  |   Genres - Drama, Thriller, Action

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  • Of Dene, Cree, Métis and Nakota descent.
  • One of three siblings.
  • Tantoo is a nickname given by her grandmother.
  • Holds an honorary degree from the University of Rochester.
  • One of the founding members of the Saskatchewan Native Theatre Company.
  • In 2009, was recognized as a Member of the Order of Canada for her contributions to Aboriginal performing arts.