Frédérick Lavoie

Frédérick Lavoie, a talented Canadian writer and journalist hailing from Quebec, has made a significant mark in the literary world. His most acclaimed work, Avant l’après : voyages à Cuba avec George Orwell, earned him the prestigious Governor General's Award for French-language non-fiction in two thousand eighteen. This book chronicles his journey to Cuba in two thousand sixteen, inspired by the first publication of George Orwell's iconic novel, Nineteen Eighty-Four, in the country.

As an independent foreign correspondent, Lavoie has contributed to prominent publications such as La Presse and Le Devoir. His insightful reporting and unique perspectives have garnered him a dedicated readership, further establishing his reputation in the field of journalism.

In addition to his solo endeavors, Lavoie collaborated with his brother Jasmin in two thousand eighteen to publish Frères amis, frères ennemis. This collection showcases their correspondence over a year, during which Frédérick was stationed in India and Jasmin was working in Pakistan, offering a fascinating glimpse into their lives as journalists navigating different corners of the world.