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Art and Culture

Sherbrooke Supports 16 Artistic Projects

Sherbrooke, Wednesday, February 19, 2025 – The City of Sherbrooke is strengthening its commitment to the arts by allocating $85,000 in financial assistance to 16 artistic projects as part of the Programme de bourses aux artistes de Sherbrooke – 2024-2025 edition. This initiative aims to encourage the creation, dissemination, and professionalization of artists in the region. Grants are awarded based on the artists’ status: up to $10,000 for professionals, $5,000 for those in the process of professionalization, and $1,000 for […]

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Sherbrooke to Welcome New Pickleball Facility This Fall

Shebrooke, February 17, 2025 - Sherbrooke is set to become home to an exciting new pickleball facility, Tandem Pickleball, designed to be more than just a place to play—it will be a community hub for fitness, fun, and social connection. In the latest episode of Reaching Out to the Community, Derek Bullard spoke with entrepreneur Marilyn Gagné about her ambitious vision for the project. Gagné, known for successfully expanding businesses across Canada, discovered pickleball just three years ago. Instantly drawn […]

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Communications

Mandatory Mask Policy Implemented in Eastern Townships Due to Rising Respiratory Illnesses

Sherbrooke, February 13, 2025 – Due to the rise in influenza outbreaks and the high circulation of respiratory viruses, a new directive now mandates the use of masks for staff and visitors in specific healthcare facilities across Estrie. Where is Mask-Wearing Mandatory? Masks are required upon entering the following units: General and specialized care hospitals (CHSGS): emergency rooms, day medicine, chemotherapy centers, radiation oncology, dialysis, and inpatient mental health units. Rehabilitation units: intensive functional rehabilitation units (URFI), transitional functional recovery […]

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Environment

World Radio Day 2025: Radio and Climate Change

On February 13, 2025, CJMQ and the world will celebrate World Radio Day, focusing on the theme “Radio and Climate Change”. This year, UNESCO highlights the essential role of radio in raising awareness about climate issues and promoting sustainable actions. As part of the celebrations, UNESCO is offering a networking experience and valuable resources to help broadcasters and communities engage with climate-related topics. Special CJMQ Broadcast: February 13, 11 AM – 2 PM To mark the occasion, tune in for […]

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Featured

A New Era for ProGym Pickleball & DekHockey!

Sherbrooke, February 12, 2025 – Big changes are coming to the sports community as ProGym announces a major transformation for its facilities in Sherbrooke. Starting next season, all DekHockey activities will be centralized at Rock-Forest, promising more intense matches, an electrifying atmosphere, and better schedule management for leagues and players. Meanwhile, the Fleurimont location will become a brand-new ProGym Pickleball center, featuring four indoor courts dedicated to this rapidly growing sport. A Game-Changer for DekHockey & Pickleball The move to […]

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Communications

Multiple Collisions Reported in Sherbrooke Due to Heavy Snowfall

Sherbrooke, February 7, 2025 – The Sherbrooke Police Service (SPS) responded to a busy evening on Thursday as numerous calls were made regarding minor accidents and fender benders caused by heavy snowfall. Nearly twenty incidents were reported to the emergency call center, prompting police to remind motorists of key safety measures in case of an accident: For minor accidents without injuries, there is no need to wait for police; a mutual accident report is sufficient. If your vehicle is still […]

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Environment

Granby Zoo Mourns Beloved Shaboola a White Rhino

Granby, February 6, 2025 - The Granby Zoo is saying a heartfelt goodbye to Shaboola, the white rhinoceros who passed away peacefully after her health deteriorated in recent weeks. At 45 years old, Shaboola was the oldest white rhino in captivity in Canada and the third-oldest female in North America, far surpassing the species' average lifespan of 36 years. Born at The Toronto Zoo in 1979, Shaboola spent her final years at Granby Zoo, where she received exceptional care from […]

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Business

ZAP Sherbrooke / Estrie Announces the End of Its Services

Sherbrooke, February 4, 2025 – After 18 years of providing free public WiFi across the Estrie region, ZAP Sherbrooke, a non-profit organization, has officially announced its closure. During a special meeting on January 27, 2025, members of the organization voted to cease operations, with the public WiFi service ending on May 30, 2025 and the official closure of the organization set for June 30, 2025. Impact on Users & Partners While ZAP Sherbrooke’s network will be discontinued, major institutional partners […]

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Local Sports

The Stage is Set For The Quarterfinals

Sherbrooke, February 3, 2025 – The stage is set as we now know the teams that have qualified for the quarterfinal round of the Regional Hockey League. Les Constructions Côté from Louiseville (7th) defeated the Lumberjacks in East Angus (10th) by a score of 5-2, while the DLC from La Guadeloupe (8th) overcame the Nordik Blades in Val-des-Sources (9th) by the same score. In East Angus, Donovan Morin-Bouchard, Hugo Ricard, and Sammy Dubois scored unanswered goals in the second period […]

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