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Quebec Premier François Legault is set to address Quebec's response to the United States tariffs on Canadian goods that came into effect at midnight and are expected to hit hard for the province's metals and manufacturing industries.

Ottawa recently signed an out-of-court settlement with a team of Quebec architects that was denied the prestigious contract to design the National Monument to Canada’s Mission in Afghanistan.

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Bishop’s Gaiters claim RSEQ titles, advance to U SPORTS championships

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The Bishop’s University Gaiters celebrated a historic weekend as both the men’s and women’s basketball teams secured RSEQ Championships, while the women’s hockey team advanced to the U SPORTS Nationals for the first time in program history. The victories mark a major milestone for Bishop’s athletics, highlighting the talent and determination of the university’s student-athletes.

The information was provided by Marty Rourke, Manager of Athletics & Recreation Communications at Bishop’s University.

Women’s basketball ends 21-year title drought

In Quebec City, the Bishop’s Gaiters women’s basketball team stunned the Laval Rouge et Or with a hard-fought 56-50 victory on Saturday afternoon, capturing their first RSEQ title in 21 years. Conference MVP Victoria Gauna delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 20 points and grabbing 14 rebounds to lead her team to victory. The Gaiters’ strong defensive effort and clutch performances down the stretch helped them overcome the perennial powerhouse Rouge et Or.

With the win, Bishop’s punches its ticket to the U SPORTS Final-8 in Vancouver, B.C., set to take place from March 13-16. The national tournament will feature the top eight teams from across the country competing for the championship title. The Gaiters will find out their seed and first-round opponent when the tournament brackets are announced on Sunday, March 9.

Men’s basketball wins championship on home court

The Gaiters men’s basketball team delivered a dominant performance in front of a sold-out Mitchell Gym crowd, defeating the Concordia Stingers 75-61 on Saturday night to claim the 2025 RSEQ Championship.

Forward Etienne Gagnon led the way with an impressive 22 points and 19 rebounds, controlling both ends of the court. The Gaiters showcased their defensive strength and rebounding ability, shutting down the Stingers’ offense in the second half to secure the victory. The championship is Bishop’s first since 2020 and guarantees their spot in the 2025 U SPORTS Final-8 in Vancouver.

Like their women’s counterparts, the men’s team will learn their national tournament seed on March 9 before heading to British Columbia to compete for the national title from March 13-16.

Women’s hockey makes program history

The Bishop’s Gaiters women’s hockey team continued their remarkable postseason run with a thrilling 4-3 overtime victory against the Montreal Carabins in their RSEQ semifinal series. With the win, Bishop’s swept the series 2-0 and clinched a spot in the U SPORTS Nationals for the first time in program history.

Gabrielle Santerre played the hero, scoring the game-winning goal with 3:36 left in the first overtime period. The goal, assisted by RSEQ Rookie of the Year Daphne Boutin, was Santerre’s second game-winner in as many games. The Gaiters had to battle back from a 3-1 third-period deficit, displaying resilience and determination to force overtime before sealing the victory.

Bishop’s now advances to the RSEQ Championship series, where they will face the top-seeded Concordia Stingers in a best-of-three showdown. The series opens on Thursday, March 6, in Montreal, with Game 2 set for Saturday, March 8, in Lennoxville. If necessary, a deciding Game 3 will be played on Sunday, March 9, at Concordia.

A day to remember for the Gaiters

March 1, 2025, proved to be a landmark day for Bishop’s University athletics. The three key victories happened in quick succession:

• 3:42 PM – The women’s basketball team defeated Laval in Quebec City.
• 4:17 PM – The women’s hockey team staged a dramatic comeback.
• 8:57 PM – The men’s basketball team closed out the day with a 75-61 victory over Concordia.

Gaiters making their mark

The past weekend was one of the most successful in recent memory for Bishop’s athletics, marking a resurgence for the university’s basketball programs and a historic breakthrough for women’s hockey. With championship titles secured and national aspirations ahead, the Gaiters will look to carry their momentum forward as they take on the country’s best in their respective tournaments.

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Measles was declared eradicated in Canada in 1998, but, like much of the country, it's making a comeback in Quebec, with the corporation that manages the province's health network confirming 30 cases as part of the latest outbreak.

The Plante administration is one step closer to revamping Camillien-House Way, which winds up the mountain. But the Official Opposition says with municipal elections less than a year away, the next administration will be "handcuffed" to the project.

The following is a capsule review of the Montreal restaurant Moccione. To read the 2025 Montreal Restaurant Guide, please click here.

Moccione

Moccione’s chef and co-owner Luca Cianciulli leads a team that serves up dish after dish of winning Italian delicacies. Nestled in Villeray, on a quiet block of St-Denis, this resto’s concise menu will have you swooning for days, until you manage to snag your next coveted visit. Pasta is the true star and it’s all lovingly made in-house, daily. The seasonal menu also boasts an impressive private import wine list and fun cocktails that showcase their mixologist’s talents. Save room for the tiramisu to cap off a most memorable Montreal meal. (7495 St-Denis)

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Frédéric Abergel is the former head of the CHUM hospital in Montreal. He was nominated to the role at Santé Québec a year ago.

The mayor of a suburb north of Montreal has called for a meeting with Premier François Legault within 48 hours to stop the expansion of a hazardous waste dump on land owned by the city.

If last year’s hand-wringing over Jonathan Glazer’s mild condemnation of the genocide in Palestine proved anything, it was that a little goes a long way in terms of political activism at the Academy Awards. Glazer, who won for The Zone of Interest, didn’t have to say much at all to drive a news cycle of backlash from all predictable circles: zionists, right-wing politicians and “keep politics out of the arts” types who inevitably skew towards a troubling individualism forged in apathy and self-interest.

Last night, No Other Land, a film co-directed by Israelis and Palestinians, won Best Documentary film. A Palestinian, Basel Adra, went on stage to address the world: “We call on the world to take serious actions to stop the injustice and to stop the ethnic cleansing of Palestinian people.” It felt like a radical moment, one that challenged the status quo. His speech was followed by one of his co-directors and co-subjects, Israeli journalist Yuval Abraham. The sharp plea by Adra began to unwind with false equivalencies and soft language. Despite the radical power of several moments in No Other Land, its presence among the nominees and its win put into clearer focus the fact that the Oscars will only ever be a platform for engaged politics by accident and by virtue of its enormous reach, and a film that wins an Academy Award inevitably toes the line of so-called respectability. 

Ignoring the rather empty invocations of representational politics, the rest of the night was pure spectacle. Oscars host Conan O’Brien, one of our last truly great entertainers, harkened back to nights of empty illusion and glamour. Amidst a dark period in American and global politics, the night had an effortless lightness to it; a jokey pleasure that didn’t aspire to be anything but a celebration of itself. A speech like Glazer’s last year and a film like No Other Land may feel radical in this environment, and perhaps their mild liberal framing might be more than enough, but it’s difficult not to feel that winning an Oscar confirms our worst suspicions: that any movie capable of effective change and revolution will never be nominated, let alone win. We’re well past the idea that “talking about it” (or even voting) contributes to strong political action. If anything, mild platitudes both normalize and inscribe inequality into the status quo. The Oscars, in their desire to promote and celebrate the art form, ironically contribute to the medium’s steady decline into irrelevancy. 

As the night occasionally waded into the unease of the current American moment, driven by the uncertainty of Trump’s unpredictable and vindictive regime, it highlighted the inability for popular art to meet the moment. If Anora, last night’s big winner, is meant to be anything more than a screwball comedy, a movie that portends to have big things to say about sex work and wealth disparity, by the end of the film, after Ani has suffered and been roundly punished for her ambition and willfulness, we return in the film’s final moments to square one. Popular cinema, even at its most “independent,” cannot imagine new ways of seeing or being. 

What exactly do we expect from our film artists? Brady Corbet’s self-centred speech at the Golden Globes, where he used his platform to talk about the director’s cut, felt like a premonition of Adrien Brody’s interminable and self-serving rambling as he accepted his second Best Actor win for The Brutalist. Though, as established, the Oscars are hardly the space to engage with questions of art and politics, it’s hard not to watch these two speeches in particular and feel how they inevitably informed the paucity of the film’s ideas and values. Despite its supposed ambition, The Brutalist is little more than a monument to emptiness itself. Last night confirms that. 

While we lost many great artists last year, the inability of the Academy Awards or its members to address the loss of David Lynch, one of the only true great American film artists, speaks to the failure of their imagination and inability to grapple with real greatness. The Academy Awards have always been an industry event with only passing concern for artistry, but their failure in this case only furthers the idea that mediocrity will prevail and popular cinema will likely fall. Faced with true greatness, the Oscars can’t help but crumble.

Last night’s Oscars was not a bad show. It was in many ways the platonic ideal of what the Oscars should be, in large part thanks to the off-the-charts likability of Conan O’Brien. It should put into focus, though, what we expect from our art and actually challenge critics and audiences alike to reflect more deeply on what it means to engage with a work of art. ■

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Winter in Montreal isn’t for the faint of heart. With freezing temperatures, heavy snowfall, and icy sidewalks, staying indoors under a warm blanket is tempting. However, staying active during these months is essential for physical and mental well-being. Movement helps fight off the winter blues, keeps your energy levels up, and ensures you stay strong and fit even when the weather is less than inviting. Let’s explore the best ways to stay active all winter long.

1. Embrace Outdoor Winter Sports

Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean you have to hibernate. Montreal’s winter landscape offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities that are both fun and effective workouts. Engaging in outdoor sports helps you build endurance, strengthen muscles, and soak up much-needed vitamin D, even on the coldest days. You can try:

• Ice skating: Skating is a fantastic way to improve balance, strengthen your legs, and enjoy the crisp winter air. Lace up your skates and take advantage of Montreal’s many outdoor rinks. Some of the best spots include Beaver Lake (Lac aux Castors), Old Port Skating Rink, and Parc La Fontaine.
• Skiing and snowboarding: For those who love the thrill of gliding down snowy slopes, skiing and snowboarding are perfect winter workouts. Nearby spots include Mont Tremblant (A top-tier ski resort with slopes for all levels), Mont-Saint Bruno (ideal for families and beginners), and Parc La Fontaine (an excellent spot for cross-country skiing right in the city). If you’re a tourist visiting the city, these locations also offer a charming winter experience that captures Montreal’s seasonal beauty.
• Snowshoeing and winter hiking: If skiing isn’t your thing, snowshoeing and hiking are excellent ways to explore nature while getting a solid cardio workout. You can go to Mount Royal Park for beautiful views of the city from the top, Cap-Saint-Jacques Nature Park, which offers peaceful trails through forests and frozen lakes, or Bois-de-Liesse Nature Park, a scenic option with winding paths.
• Fat biking: Cycling isn’t just a summer activity! Fat biking, which involves riding a bike with oversized tires designed for snow, is an exciting and challenging way to stay fit in winter. Check out Parc Jean-Drapeau, Mount Royal Park, and Laval Nature Center for this activity.

2. Prioritize Your Health and Safety

Staying active in the winter is essential, but taking proper precautions is just as necessary to prevent injuries and discomfort. Dressing appropriately, as layering up with moisture-wicking fabrics for a base, insulating fleece or down for warmth, and a windproof, waterproof outer shell will help you stay dry and regulate your body temperature.

Accessories like thermal socks, gloves, and a toque are necessary to protect your extremities from frostbite. Proper footwear with good traction can also help prevent slips and falls on icy sidewalks and trails, ensuring a safer experience outdoors.

We often overlook hydration and nutrition during colder months, but staying well-hydrated and consuming a balanced diet of proteins, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates will keep your energy levels up. Cold weather puts extra strain on your body, so listening to its signals is essential; if you feel excessively cold, fatigued, or experience signs of frostbite, it’s best to take a break indoors.

You should also ensure that you are not neglecting your health checkups, as regular medical visits can help detect any underlying health issues that cold weather can aggravate. If you have any pre-existing conditions, consult your doctor about the best ways to stay active safely. 

Don’t forget about dental visits, and find a dentist nearest you through hellodent.com. Paying attention to your body’s limits and taking necessary precautions will help you enjoy a healthier and injury-free winter season.

3. Take Advantage of Indoor Fitness Options

If freezing temperatures aren’t for you, there are plenty of ways to stay active indoors. Indoor activities ensure you keep up your fitness routine regardless of the weather. You can join a gym or fitness center, and fortunately, Montreal offers many options catering to different workout practices.

You can try going to Energie Cardio (which offers group classes, weight training, and cardio equipment), the YMCA (which provides swimming pools, fitness classes, and basketball courts), or Boulderz Climbing Centre (which is a fun indoor rock climbing facility).

You can also try indoor sports like swimming, tennis, or yoga and even go to dance classes for an enjoyable way to stay fit. Studio 88 Swing or San Tropez Dance Centre are good options for learning salsa or tango. Go to École de Danse Louise Lapierre for hip hop or contemporary dance, or try Zumba or barre workouts at various fitness studios.

If braving the cold or heading to the gym isn’t appealing, home workouts are an effective alternative. The key is to create a routine that keeps you moving daily. Try to include the following in your routine:

• Bodyweight exercises: Squats, lunges, push-ups, burpees
• Yoga or pilates: Follow online classes from YouTube or apps like Alo Moves
• High-intensity interval training (HIIT): Quick, intense workouts to burn calories fast

You should also invest in proper home fitness equipment. You should at least buy resistance bands for strength training, jump rope for cardio, and dumbbells or kettlebells for muscle building. Don’t forget that staying active doesn’t have to be limited to proper workouts or visits to the gym. You can also incorporate movement into your daily activities through the following ways:

• Take a brisk walk during lunch breaks
• Walk to nearby stores instead of driving
• Use the Underground City to get your steps in while staying warm
• Get off the metro one stop early and walk the rest of the way
• Plan active social events like group hikes, skating meetups, or dance nights

Endnote

Montreal’s winter may be long and intense, but that doesn’t mean you must stay sedentary. By embracing outdoor sports, taking advantage of indoor fitness options, staying active at home, and making movement a daily habit, you can keep fit and energized all season long. Prioritizing safety and adapting your routine to the season will help you stay active and make winter more enjoyable. So bundle up, get moving, and make the most of Montreal’s snowy wonderland!

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Anora was the big winner of the 97th Academy Awards with five wins, while The Brutalist trailed with three Oscars. Wicked, Emilia Pérez and Dune: Part Two tied for third with two wins each.

The premier said he asked Quebec's secretary general to prepare a decree launching the inquiry as soon as possible, to shed light on the responsibility borne by players both at the administrative and political levels.

Brière pushes for stronger ties with Vermont

By William Crooks

Local Journalism Initiative

Minister of National Revenue and Sherbrooke MP Élisabeth Brière led a delegation to Vermont on Feb. 28, reinforcing the importance of economic cooperation between Canada and the United States in the face of potential U.S. tariffs. Joined by local MP Marie-Claude Bibeau and Canadian Consul General Bernadette Jordan, Brière met with Vermont business leaders and state officials in Burlington for a roundtable discussion aimed at strengthening cross-border trade relationships.

Brière, who represents Sherbrooke in the House of Commons, emphasized in an interview that the goal of the visit was to maintain and build upon existing economic ties. “Sometimes, in a crisis, we focus too much on the bad guy and forget about our friends,” she said. “This meeting was about reaffirming our friendship and ensuring that collaboration continues.”

The roundtable included representatives from Vermont’s business, agriculture, and tourism sectors, as well as officials from Quebec and the Eastern Townships. Among the participants were Michel Brien of the Union des producteurs agricoles de l’Estrie, Armin Ruf of the Producteurs Bovins de l’Estrie, and Isabelle Charlebois of Tourisme Cantons-de-l’Est. Vermont representatives included Tayt Brooks, Deputy Secretary of Commerce, and Amy Spear, President of the Vermont Chamber of Commerce.

A major point of discussion was the impact of a proposed 25 per cent U.S. tariff on Canadian goods. Brière noted that while the issue dominates Canadian news, American stakeholders do not always have the same level of awareness. “We realized that in the U.S., tariffs are not the priority—they are dealing with other domestic concerns like government layoffs,” she said. “Our job is to communicate the real impact these tariffs will have on both sides of the border.”

Brière and her counterparts agreed on the need for better communication between Canadian and U.S. stakeholders. One proposed solution was the creation of a regular newsletter or other forms of direct outreach to ensure that concerns from both sides are clearly understood and relayed to Washington.

Vermont business leaders echoed Brière’s concerns. “They don’t want the tariffs either,” she said. “It was easy for us to have a conversation about the economic impact because we were all on the same page.”

Brière also highlighted the importance of Sherbrooke’s role in cross-border trade. “Sherbrooke and the surrounding area are key to this relationship,” she said. “Our economic ties with Vermont are strong, and it’s crucial that we keep the lines of communication open.”

While her visit was primarily focused on economic cooperation at the regional level, Brière acknowledged that the federal government is preparing for potential fallout from tariffs. “We won’t let down our business people,” she said. “If the tariffs are imposed, we will have recommendations to make.”

According to information provided by Brière’s office, the visit included a tour of Hazelett Strip Casting Corporation in Colchester, Vermont, a company specializing in metal casting technology with operations in both the U.S. and Canada. The delegation also engaged in discussions on trade sectors beyond agriculture, including aerospace, semiconductors, and tourism.

Sherbrooke businesses have already been preparing for potential disruptions. “There is a lot of uncertainty,” Brière noted. “In the last few weeks, I’ve spoken with many business owners and industrial leaders. The challenges are real, but they take comfort in knowing they are not alone.”

Brière compared the current situation to the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, when regular virtual meetings provided business leaders with a sense of solidarity. “People need to share their concerns and realize that they’re in this together,” she said. “That’s why this meeting was so important.”

The next steps will depend on developments in Washington. Brière confirmed that discussions will continue, with a commitment to ongoing dialogue between Canadian and Vermont officials. “The message from this meeting will be carried forward,” she said. “We hope it reaches the right people.”

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Canadian speed skaters Ivanie Blondin and Laurent Dubreuil claimed silver medals on Sunday at the final stop of the long track World Cup tour in Heerenveen, Netherlands.

Canadian filmmakers behind two of the year's most buzzed-about films will go head-to-head for the best picture trophy at tonight's Oscars.

Joris Gutierrez Garcia, chef-sommelier at the Montreal restaurant Club Chasse et Pêche, won the title in February 2025. Fourteen candidates faced off in rigorous tests over three days, in which they had to compete in a language other than their mother tongue.

Canada's Eliot Grondin earned World Cup silver in the men's snowboard cross on Saturday. Grondin finished behind Germany's Leon Ulbricht and ahead of Nick Baumgartner of the United States on the podium.

Canada's Felix Auger-Aliassime fell short in earning a third ATP Tour title in 2025 on Saturday, losing 6-3, 6-3 to Greece's Stefanos Tsitsipas in the Dubai Tennis Championships final.

A day after clinching the moguls season title with a gold-medal win, Canadian freestyle skier Mikaël Kingsbury added a second Crystal Globe trophy by winning a dual moguls event on Saturday in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

Five years after the pandemic began, Quebec's curfew remains controversial — more than half the fines are unpaid, legal battles continue and health experts still debate whether the benefits outweighed the costs.

Quebec's new plastic bottle deposit and refund program, which has been repeatedly delayed, goes into effect on March 1. All ready-to-drink plastic beverage containers will come with a deposit fee of 10 cents in Quebec.

The new documentary from Serge Giguère is a deeply personal film cut from 35 years of Maurice 'The Rocket' Richard footage and will be the closing night film of the Rendez-vous Québec Cinéma film festival.

Canada needs to disinvite Trump from the G7 summit and form a new G6 alliance without the U.S.

Justin Trudeau says there’s no reason to disinvite Trump from the upcoming G7 meeting. I can think of a few:

Trump is a convicted felon and an adjudicated rapist. That’s enough to bar entry. But he’s also threatening to annex Canada and has started an unnecessary trade war against us. And as we’ve seen from his meeting with Zelenskyy today, he’s a colossal asshole (as if this wasn’t already obvious).

It is unambiguous that this is the desire of the Canadian people as much as the fact there is nothing to be gained by inviting him.

Trudeau needs to take the opportunity to build a new G6 alliance to contain Trump and limit the spread of his destruction.

He also needs to respect the will of the Canadian people. There’s no diplomacy when it comes to the American president.

Fuck Trump.

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It’s getting closer and closer to everyone’s favourite time of year, when the Kahnawake Hunters pick up their sticks and the community rallies behind some of town’s best sporting talent. 

“I hope all the fans come out and support us, and all our sponsors come back, and that we have a successful season once again,” said Derek Stacey, owner of the Hunters.

The Hunters’ schedule was released earlier this month, with the first game of the season scheduled as an away game for April 25 against the Gloucester Griffins.

“We’re looking at the same thing we were last year,” Stacey said. “That’s to try and make the Founders Cup.”

This year is also a history-making one for the Hunters franchise, because it will be the first ever time that there will be a Hunters Junior C team as well as a Junior B team. Though they’ve applied before, this is the first time that the Hunters have been accepted to play in the Ontario Lacrosse Association’s Junior C League.

“We’re going to be able to carry pretty much everybody, and then we can bring players up to play B or bring them back down to play C,” Stacey said. 

Last year, the Kahnawake Hunters Junior B Team had the best season in their history, being crowned Eastern Conference Champions. They lost out to the Elora Mohawks in the finals, just whispers away from securing the Founders Cup.

“We had one team to beat, and we couldn’t do it,” Stacey said. “I’m hoping this year we get the players to get us over that hump.”

Connor Gorman, who was a part of the team last season, said he’s excited to hopefully go even further this time around. 

“I think we can pick up right where we left off from last season. Our regular season schedule is pretty similar to last year,” Gorman said. “I definitely think some of those losses will turn into wins during the regular season after a whole off season and another year of experience with each other. Big things for the Hunters in 2025!”

Like many returning players, it’s Gorman’s last year before he ages out of the Hunters.

“It means a lot to me,” he said.

Coaching staff is being finalized for the C team, but the Junior Bs will be working with a new coach, Brandon Francis. He takes over from former veteran head coach Garrett Cree.

“I just felt it was time for a change, and Brandon’s been coaching Senior A the last two years, coaching pro players,” said Stacey, adding that Francis has also played in the National Lacrosse League (NLL).

He’ll be assisted with coaching from Brett Bucktooth, also a former NLL player, as well as returning coaches Thunder Jacobs and Kahnawiio Dione.

“They bring a wealth of experience to the team,” Stacey said.

The full Hunters schedule is available on the team’s social media. Tryouts for both the B and C teams continued this week, with three more dates before March 20 for the next generation of Hunters to prove themselves.

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It was a trip of a lifetime for many Kahnawa’kehró:non youth lacrosse players, as the Kahnawake Mohawks Minor Lacrosse Association (KMMLA) went to Ottawa last Friday not just to see a National Lacrosse League (NLL) game, but to be a part of the night’s events by playing a scrimmage during halftime of the Black Beaks-Halifax Thunderbirds game.

Kahsennenhá:wi Kirby, registrar and the board member of the KMMLA and organizer of the trip, said that the Black Bears reached out to the minor lacrosse associations in their Ontario Lacrosse League zone to give them an opportunity to fundraise and come to a game.

“Every association promotes the game they would be going to and tries to sell tickets with a code. For every sale from the ticket, $4 goes back to the association,” said Kirby.

Depending on how many tickets were sold, the association would have access to a different reward package, Kirby explained.

Instead of waiting to see how many tickets they would sell, KMMLA instead decided to cut out the middleman and buy all 300 tickets.

To do so, the KMMLA asked Onkwata’karitáhtshera if they could use the funds the association has access to from the Community Wellness Plan Initiative Funding (CWPI) to purchase the tickets. When it was approved, they went ahead with the purchase of all 300 tickets, to be able to give them away for the trip.

“They were on board with it because it was a good idea for these families,” said Kirby.

What they got for the 300-ticket package was a few unique opportunities. They were able to do a meet and greet with some Black Bears players, some of the older kids were chosen to be ballboys, they got to give high-fives to the NLL players as they came out of the tunnel, and the biggest perk of them all, serving as the halftime entertainment by putting on a scrimmage game.

While signing up those who would come to the game, Kirby started to notice that many of them were U11 players.

“We decided to choose them to play in our scrimmage,” said Kirby. As such, 20 players were chosen and divided into two teams, which played each other during the halftime of the Black Bears’ 14-9 loss to the Thunderbirds.

Kirby said that it was a huge success and made a lot of the players excited to play lacrosse this year.

“Mothers and fathers were messaging me, telling me their child was in love with lacrosse and even more locked in now,” said Kirby. 

“They’re just so much more ready for the season and excited that they met players and to see that they could play in the NLL, this could be their dream, and the dreams could come true.”

Kirby said that those who were able to go found it to be an incredible time.

“A lot of parents were so excited that they had this opportunity. Maybe they could never go to a game, or they never drive. They all got to go because we had so many tickets. So, we really helped them out,” said Kirby.

On top of money raised by ticket sales, the Black Bears are also selling a shirt on their website that features the Black Bears’ logo in the front as well as the logos and year of founding of all the Zone 5 associations, which includes Kahnawake. 

A portion of proceeds from the sales will go to the associations directly, to use at their discretion.

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Streaming guide JustWatch has revealed the top 10 movies streaming in Canada. Topping the charts is Edward Berger’s political thriller Conclave — starring Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Sergio Castellitto and Isabella Rossellini — which is streaming now in Canada on Prime Video.

“In the halls of the Vatican and surrounded by influential religious leaders, Cardinal Thomas Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with helping to choose a new pope following his death; this is one of the world’s oldest and most secretive events. As he delves deeper, he discovers hidden secrets that could threaten the very core of the Roman Catholic Church.”

In second and third place are The Gorge (Apple TV+) and The Substance (MUBI).

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The project involves building a geothermal heating system to connect the buildings and cut down on wasted energy. In the summer, the system would power air conditioning; in the winter, it would help with heating.

PreVenture, a drug prevention program that began in Montreal, has been found to reduce the risk of substance use disorders in teens by offering them tools and strategies to cope with personality traits like impulsivity and anxiety.

By William Crooks

Local Journalism Initiative

The Townshippers’ Association hosted a governance conference on Feb. 27 at the Maison de la Culture De Waterloo, focusing on the crucial roles and responsibilities of board members within community organizations. Rola Helou, the event’s keynote speaker, emphasized the importance of good governance as the foundation for effective decision-making and community impact.

Helou stressed in an interview before the event that good governance is essential for the long-term survival of community organizations, especially those funded by public dollars. “Good governance is the foundation of doing things right in a community, in a region, in a society,” she said, highlighting its significance for organizations striving to benefit their communities responsibly.

The conference covered a range of governance-related topics, including fiduciary responsibilities, conflict of interest, and the legal framework guiding board operations. Helou explained that fiduciary responsibility is a key element of governance, as board members are tasked with acting in the best interest of the organization, rather than their personal gain. “If you come in with your own interests at heart… that’s problematic because your role is to benefit the organization,” she noted.

The event also explored the implications of poor governance, such as conflicts of interest and potential liability issues. Helou shared that board members could face personal liability if they fail to act in good faith, reinforcing the importance of ethical decision-making.

Legal frameworks and governance models

According to a copy of the presentation provided to The Record, one of the key segments of the conference focused on the legal obligations of board members in Quebec. Helou provided an overview of the multiple laws governing non-profit organizations, including the Companies Act, the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act, and Quebec’s Civil Code. Participants learned about the importance of complying with language laws, tax regulations, privacy acts, and labour laws to ensure the organization’s legal integrity.

Helou emphasized the importance of understanding and adhering to bylaws, which provide the framework for decision-making within an organization. The event highlighted different models of governance, such as the Carver Model, which focuses on strategic oversight while delegating day-to-day administration to an executive director. This model allows boards to concentrate on vision, policy, performance, and governance at a high level while ensuring operational efficiency.

The conference also explored other governance theories, including Evolutionary Governance Theory, which encourages adaptability in decision-making to help organizations anticipate and navigate future challenges. Helou noted that understanding these models empowers board members to make informed decisions that align with the organization’s mission and long-term goals.

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