Marie-Hélène Bellavance
Biography
Marie-Hélène Bellavance is a Canadian artist and actress who has made a name for herself as a powerful voice in representation of disability. A double amputee since childhood, she has used her experiences to fuel her artistic practice, which spans visual art, dance, and choreography through her company Corpuscule Danse. Her breakout role in the 2009 film Vital Signs earned her critical acclaim and recognition at the Whistler Film Festival.