Lee Maracle, revolutionary Indigenous author and poet, dead at 71
CBC News | November 11, 2021
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In time, we will 'look back on her legacy and see just how revolutionary she was,' says author Waubgeshig Rice
Poet, author and teacher Lee Maracle has died in Surrey, B.C., at the age of 71.
The award-winning writer and esteemed mentor garnered worldwide attention for her powerful writing and life-long efforts to fight Indigenous oppression in Canada.
Tributes are pouring into Maracle's social media page, honouring her life's work and her untiring energy to mentor other Indigenous writers.
Family members confirmed that Maracle died in Surrey Memorial Hospital early Nov. 11.
Sid Bobb says his mother was many things: "a wondrous warrior and a loving love" who dedicated her life to helping others rise from poverty and inequality.
