GRAND EXPEDITION WINTER 2019 (19-29) – DAY 8 – It’s just a goodbye
This is our last day together. For the last time, Catherine and Marie-Michelle are waking us up to the sound of the ukulele. A number of people are joining them, … Continued
GRAND EXPEDITION WINTER 2019 (19-29) – DAY 7 – Our big family
Thursday evening was our last camping night. Together in our big dome, that we shared our impressions of the adventure. Each person had to choose a word that represented their … Continued
GRAND EXPEDITION WINTER 2019 (19-29) – DAY 6 – Getting our Bearings Right
Today, Thursday, was the perfect day to take the time. Take time to live and enjoy our winter village, take time to breathe the fresh air and aromas of the … Continued
GRAND EXPEDITION WINTER 2019 (19-29) – DAY 5 – To Each their Own Summit
The first night of winter camping was a success! Everyone liked it and the cold didn’t seem to be a problem. It must be said that the tents are well … Continued
GRAND EXPEDITION WINTER 2019 (19-29) – DAY 4 –Chic-Chocs, Here We Are!
The day began a little earlier than the other days. It must be said that this Tuesday will be a busy one. First of all, we have to leave our … Continued
GRAND EXPEDITION WINTER 2019 (19-29) – DAY 3 – First Prints
What a pleasant surprise this morning to wake up on a brand-new snow coat. We will have a chance to hike in the beautiful, freshly fallen powdered snow. It is … Continued
GRAND EXPEDITION WINTER 2019 (19-29) – DAY 2 – Best Day of my Life
What a privilege it is to wake up on this Sunday morning at the foot of Mount Albert. This majestic mountain, which seems to watch over us, inspires respect and … Continued
GRAND EXPEDITION WINTER 2019 (19-29) – DAY 1 – It’s a Start!
After several weeks of waiting, preparation and questioning, we are leaving today for the 2019 great winter expedition. I will have the pleasure of telling you about the adventure experienced … Continued
2019 | DOUBLE DEFI DES DEUX MARIO, THIRD PART – DAY 3 : An Amazing Arrival
Sunday morning. The sun rises on Lac St-Jean through a curtain of snow-covered clouds. Participants are gathered near the kitchen. Hot water vapours wrap people around the counter with a … Continued
2019 | DOUBLE DEFI DES DEUX MARIO, THIRD PART – DAY 2 : As We Stand Together, We Warm Up…
While the first day provided us with some emotional adventures, we could think that the second day would be a little … quieter! It meant forgetting that the Mario had … Continued
2019 | DOUBLE DÉFI DES DEUX MARIO, THIRD PART – DAY 1 : Accept the unpredictability
On the first day of the third Double défi des deux Mario, the Lac St-Jean and the weather gave us quite a view. And it is with modesty that we must embrace … Continued
2019 | DOUBLE DEFI DES DEUX MARIO, SECOND PART – DAY 3 : The Everest Within
Some Everests choose us, some Everest we choose. We chose the Double Challenge. We do it for youth, we do it for our families, we do it for ourselves. Before … Continued
2019 | DOUBLE DEFI DES DEUX MARIO, SECOND PART – DAY 2 : When the “WE” Takes Over
On the second day of the journey, the participants reach the point where standing together is paramount; that is what makes us stronger. Together, we go further. Like the young … Continued
2019 | DOUBLE DEFI DES DEUX MARIO, SECOND PART – DAY 1 : The Challenge is within you
Dealing with the vastness and strength of nature reminds us of how small we are as humans. Human beings, so great and so fragile. A mystical and cruel paradox. Dealing … Continued
2019 | DOUBLE DÉFI DES DEUX MARIO, FIRST PART – DAY 3 : The Great Return Home
Ahhh! The last day! When we woke up, the sun was gently rising on the walls of our tents while the first birds warmed up the interior with a … Continued
2019 | DOUBLE DÉFI DES DEUX MARIO, FIRST PART – DAY 2 : In the Great White, Twice instead of once!
Let’s be honest: Getting out a sleeping bag on a Saturday morning is always less interesting when you sleep outside during winter. When we open our eyes, we quickly see … Continued
2019 | DOUBLE DÉFI DES DEUX MARIO, FIRST EDITION, DAY 1 : The Cold That Caused More Fear Than Harm
The event started at 6:30 AM, just before sunrise, for the participants in the first edition of the two Mario’s Double Challenge 2019. This first edition will take a corporate twist … Continued
André Martel to conquer the lake for a second year
Last February, André Martel joined the Double Mario Challenge with colleagues and Rio Tinto employees. Like many others, he was going to have his first winter camping experience on the … Continued
Profile of a volunteer | François Veillet
François Veillet, Senior Vice-President and Private Portfolio Manager at Fiera Capital,has been actively involved with the Foundation since its beginnings. At the time, his sister-in-law was working with therapeutic adventure … Continued
GETAWAY EXPEDITION SUMMER 2018 (19-29) – DAY 4 : New Beginnings
It is still dark. We can hear the gentle rain falling on the tent, the rustling leaves dancing in the wind, and Catherine’s sweet melody on the ukulele softly waking … Continued
