New $755 Million Federal Investment Focuses on Sport Infrastructure and Support on Radio Community Broadcasting

New $755 Million Federal Investment Focuses on Sport Infrastructure and Support on Radio Community Broadcasting

ESTRIE, June 9, 2026 — The federal government's new $755 million investment in sport is expected to expand access to recreation, strengthen grassroots programming, and support athlete development across Canada. The funding package includes resources for national sport organizations, community participation initiatives, and athlete support programs. Federal officials say the investment will work alongside major infrastructure spending, including a recently announced agreement providing more than $3.5 billion for community […]

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Sherbrooke Summer Hockey League Expands with Women’s Division and Move to Bishop’s University

SHERBROOKE, May 14th, 2026 — What began as a small offseason hockey project between a handful of professional players has quickly evolved into a growing summer hockey event in the Eastern Townships. The Ligue du Hockey À Bout de Souffle (LBS) is returning for its third season this summer, bringing expanded divisions and high-tempo hockey to Bishop’s University. Co-founder Nicolas Guay says the league was originally created in 2024 […]

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Daveluyville Dominates Lac-Mégantic, Windsor and Coaticook Series Tied 2-2

Sherbrooke, March 9, 2025 – The JB de Daveluyville secured a strong win against Sauro de Lac-Mégantic, while the semi-final series between Windsor and Coaticook is now tied 2-2 in the Ligue régionale de hockey (LRH) playoffs. Daveluyville Takes Commanding Win Over Lac-Mégantic In Lac-Mégantic, after a scoreless first period, Daveluyville took control in the second, grabbing a 3-1 lead and eventually winning 4-2. Key second-period goals helped Daveluyville secure […]

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Windsor Rallies for Kraft Hockeyville to Help the J.A. Lemay Center

Windsor, February 22, 2025 - For nearly 60 years, the J.A. Lemay Center in Windsor, Quebec has been more than just an arena—it has been the heart of the community. From hockey tournaments and figure skating to even pickleball in the summer, this rink has hosted countless memories for generations. But now, it needs urgent renovations to continue serving Windsor’s athletes and families. To secure much-needed funding, Windsor has entered […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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, […]

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Velodrome Bromont Welcomes International Competition

Bromont, January 21, 2025 - The Velodrome in Bromont, Quebec, is a transformative hub for the cycling community. Frédéric Tremblay, event coordinator at this state-of-the-art facility, shared insights into its role in advancing the sport. From recreational events to elite competitions, the velodrome accommodates all cycling disciplines, fostering both development and high-performance levels. Before the velodrome’s establishment, Quebec cyclists faced limited options for winter training, often traveling out-of-province. As one […]

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Significant Wins for Daveluyville, Windsor, Saint-Cyrille, Coaticook, and East Angus

Sherbrooke, December 23, 2024- The Regional Hockey League paused for the holidays after an exciting Friday night featuring five crucial games that shifted the standings. Daveluyville Secures Top Spot The JB of Daveluyville reinforced their lead with a commanding 6-2 win over the Princeville Cobras. Early goals by Zackary Forcier, Jordan Fréchette, and Victor Bernier set the tone, with Maxime Boisvert, Zachary Barabé, and Mathis Lafrance extending the lead. Despite […]

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