Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Ali Desrosiers found more than art when he discovered ballroom culture. He says he found community – and himself. He’s one of this year’s CBC Black Changemakers, a special series acknowledging individuals making a difference in their community. #ballroom #cbcchangemakers #changemakers #montreal #mtl #quebec #news

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