Ian Tyson, Canadian country music icon, passed away at 89.

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The Canadian folk singer wrote the modern standard “Four Strong Winds”.

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The native of Victoria, British Columbia, died at his ranch in southern Alberta.

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His family shared the news of demise of Canadian singer.

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His family said in a statement that he died from “ongoing health complications.”

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Tyson was an integral figure in the Canadian folk scene.

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He made his official debut to the world of country in 1956 at the Heidelberg Café.

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Tyson would spawn a series of notable singles throughout his career.

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Tyson was granted the honor of becoming a Member of the Order of Canada in 1994.

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The singer also received Governor General’s Performing Arts Award.

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