1932-1987 Playwright and novelist George Ryga was born in a Ukrainian community in Alberta. He is best known for his play The Ecstasy of Rita Joe.
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- The Ecstasy of Resistance: A Biography of George Ryga CM Magazine's review of the book, written by James Hoffman.
- Encyclopedia of Canadian Theatre: George Ryga Biography of the playwright.
- Canadian Literary and Art Archives: George Ryga Fonds Description of the collection, held at the University of Calgary.