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$200,000 for the Jean Béliveau Foundation
.jpg) The first auction for the benefit of the Jean Béliveau Foundation enabled to raise the amount of $ 200,000 last February 20 th within the framework of a cocktail reception chaired by Mr. Raymond Bachand, Minister of Economic Development, Innovation and Export Trade, Tourism, and Minister in charge of the Greater Montreal area, and Deputy for Outremont.
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The Canadiens hockey legend one again found himself on center ice of the Montreal Forum. He donated many memorabilia items collected throughout his glorious career. A great number of valuable souvenirs were made available for collectors. There were, among others, a Stanley Cup ring offered to Jean Béliveau, jerseys and pictures autographed by both current NHL stars and great legends such as Maurice and Henri Richard, Guy Lafleur, Bobby Orr and many others.
Among the 600 guests, many players of the Canadiens’ current edition were present such as Guillaume Latendresse, Maxim Lapierre, Steve Bégin, Francis Bouillon and Cristobal Huet.
Hosted by Marc-André Coallier and George Springate, the event was made possible thanks to Classic Auctions and the Pepsi Forum.
About the Jean Béliveau Foundation
In March 1971, the Jean Béliveau Fund was created on the occasion of a special ceremony to mark the retirement of the famous Captain of the Montreal Canadiens. On this occasion, and by special request from Mr. Béliveau, the Montreal Canadiens Hockey Club, companies, and the general public raised and donated to the Jean Béliveau Fund the sum of $155,000 in support of the less fortunate youngsters of Quebec.
Consequently, the very first contribution of the Jean Béliveau Fund, a car for the transportation of the children, was donated to Camp Papillon of the Quebec Society for Disabled Children.
Today, the Jean Béliveau Foundation’s portfolio is valued at more than $1.3 million. Since its inception, the Foundation has contributed $1,367,000 to the well-being of needy youngsters.
A remarkable athlete, a man of influence, and a distinguished philanthropist, Jean Béliveau has forever touched the lives of thousands of disabled youth.
Take advantage of the last leisure Winter Weekends at Camp Papillon
Until the month of April 2008, Camp Papillon will host the very last weekends of winter activities for children, and young adults. In doing so, it will also offer parents a splendid opportunity to fully take advantage of excellent respite services for the remaining weekends of the current the school year.
Camp Papillon services, in the framework of its leisure weekends, include lodging, meals, snacks, bedding, medical services, transportation and, of course, a program of activities designed by a team of seasoned counsellors. Red cheeks guaranteed and hot chocolate as a bonus!
For children 2 to 12 years old, Camp Papillon's leisure weekends will be held at the following dates:
April 11th to April 13th, 2008
Adults 18 to 30 years old will also be able to take advantage of leisure weekends at the following dates:
April 4th to April 6th, 2008
April 25th to April 27th, 2008
To register or to receive further details concerning the program, please contact immediatly, by e-mail, Carole Guérin or by telephone at 514 937-6171, ext. 223 or 1 877 937-6171, ext 223.
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A special Charity for special kids
The Quebec Society for Disabled Children wishes to pay tribute to the President's Choice Children's Charity for its exceptionnal support and significant presence in the lives
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of families who must cope with the special needs of their children. The Charity's aim is to help families who have a child living with a physical or intellectual disability. Committed to making their daily lives a little easier, it provides direct financial assistance for mobility equipment, environmental modifications, expensive physiotherapy, and more.
Families can apply for financial assistance by clicking here.
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$170,000 raised at the 14th edition of the Papillon Golf Tournament
On September 11th, under the chairmanship of Mr. Louis Coutu, member of Groupe Jean Coutu's senior management, the Quebec Society for Disabled Children held its annual golf |
tournament at Club Le Mirage.
The 14th edition of the Papillon Golf Tournament yielded $170,000 to fund the Society’s programs of education, stimulation, integration, respite, and recreation.
Every year, more than 7,000 children and young adults benefit from the Society’s programs and facilities. The Society’s adapted vacation camps, day camps, specialized daycare, early childhood stimulation centre, home babysitting service, respite residences, and transportation services cater to the special needs of the most vulnerable children in the community.
In the usual order: Ronald Davidson, Executive Director of the Quebec Society for Disabled Children; Louis Coutu, President of the 14th edition of the Papillon Golf Tournament, and Alain Picard, President of the Quebec Society for Disabled Children.
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Over the edge for a good cause
The forth edition of the Drop Zone, Easter Seals Quebec's spectacular event, will be held in Montreal, on September 24, 2008.
Some 65 superheroes are expected to rappel from the top of a 26-story building located at 1010 Sherbrooke Street West.
Our objective is to raise $100,000 to fund the stays of children with disabilities in a first-class vacation camp.
The Drop Zone is the star event that celebrates the alliance concluded between Easter Seals Canada and the Quebec Society for Disabled Children, a first of its kind in the field of charitable organizations, sharing 135 years of advocacy for the rights of the most vulnerable children in our community.
To register, visit the official site of the Drop Zone or contact Carolle Desjardins.
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A generous Club
The Luigi Ferrari Club raised $60,000 during the 2007 edition of its annual fundraising campaign thanks to the generosity of sponsors and members of the Club. This sum was divided
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equally between the four following organizations: the Quebec Society for Disabled Children, the Foundation of the Montreal Children’s Hospital, the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, and the Department of Paediatrics of the Haut-Richelieu Hospital.
Founded in 1990, the Luigi Ferrari Club pilots a fundraising campaign every year. Since it was founded, the Club donated over one million dollars to organizations dedicated to the well-being of sick and unfortunate children.
In the usual order: Marc Belcourt (Luigi Ferrari Club); William H. Borntraeger III (Haut-Richelieu Hospital); Lina Kumar (Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation); Marie-Josée Gariépy (Montreal Children’s Hospital); Ronald Davidson (Quebec Society for Disabled Children); and Frank Del Pito (Luigi Ferrari Club).
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Sixty years ago...
On October 2, 1947, the Mayor of Montreal, Camilien Houde, launched an appeal to public generosity on the occasion of the first fundraising campaign of the Quebec Society for Disabled Children. This fundraising campaign was organized during “Forget-Me-Not” Day.
The Mayor declared that he was honoured to speak on behalf of these children “who belonged to a class of unfortunates".
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These words used by the politician are evocative of the mentality of the time towards people with disabilities who were defined as feeble beings who required charitable rescue.
Founded in 1930 by the Montreal Rotary Club, the Quebec Society for Disabled Children organized various services for disabled youngsters. In July 1938, the summer camp known today as Camp Papillon was inaugurated. At the time, the campers were lodged in huge tents offered by the Canadian Army. A doctor and nurses took care of the children who benefited from the fresh air and took part in outdoor activities. The organization also ensured the transportation of the children to hospitals and provided free orthopaedic equipment.
Having become the Quebec Society for Disabled Children in 1982, today the organization still offers many services.
(Source: Radio-Canada)
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