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A Mount Baker Secondary School graduate, Carver was recognized as one of Canada香蕉视频直播檚 most versatile actors.

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Toronto was been Carver香蕉视频直播檚 home for many years, but his roots in Cranbrook were deep. He told the Townsman in 2014 how he appreciated the vibrancy of the local theatrical communities, students and adults. 香蕉视频直播淚t香蕉视频直播檚 a vibrant (acting) community, with lots of passion.香蕉视频直播�

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