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Denis Orval Lapalme (April 29, 1959 – November 1, 2021) was a Canadian amputee athlete and actor, most noted as a competitor and medalist at the Paralympic Games. Born in Timmins, Ontario, Lapalme lost both legs in a train accident in childhood. As an adult he was based principally in Ottawa, where he has worked as a civil servant.