The 6th annual Coupe Charles-Bruneau in Montreal, presented by IGA, raised $1,365,000 to support pediatric cancer research. More than 600 people gathered this Saturday at IGA Stadium for this friendly ball hockey tournament. Joining them were this year’s four Heroes and Heroines—all in remission or undergoing cancer treatment: Amilia, 11; Frédéric, 15; Rafaël, 10; and Loïk, 8. Spokespersons and ambassadors for the Charles-Bruneau Foundation, as well as more than 15 public figures, were also in attendance.
It was a festive and emotionally charged day, fueled by the energy, commitment, and solidarity of all the participants.
Each player committed to raising at least $500 to support research in pediatric hematology-oncology. This financial support is crucial, as 20% of children with cancer still do not respond to current treatments. These funds enable the continuation of essential research so that all children can grow up healthy, without long-term effects or complications.
An ever-growing team supporting the cause
The Charles-Bruneau Foundation would like to extend its warmest thanks to IGA, the event’s presenter; Scotiabank, the official partner; and its various partners for their unwavering support. Their commitment contributed to the success of this year’s event and to the impressive amount raised for pediatric hematology-oncology research.
Among the celebrities who came out to lend a hand to the cause were Andy Mailly-Pressoir, Karl Walcott, Anthony Therrien, Simon Pigeon, Steve Bégin, Alexandre Bisaillon, Christophe Dupéré, Emmy Fecteau, Maxime Gibeault, Meeker Guerrier, Émile Bilodeau, Joey Scarpellino, Benoit Roberge, Chef Oli, Tanya Gauthier, Kevin Raphaël, Kevin Poulin, and Raphaëlle Tousignant. All of them shone on the field, particularly during the All-Star Game, where they played alongside the young Heroes and Heroines. It was a vibrant and unifying way to wrap up the month of September, which is dedicated to raising awareness about pediatric cancer.
“Thanks to the support of our partners and participants, $1,365,000 will be directly invested in pediatric hematology-oncology research in Quebec. Last year, the Charles-Bruneau Foundation made a historic commitment of $50 million to continue advancing research at the province’s four Charles-Bruneau Centers and Units. We’ve come a long way, but there is still much to be done to provide every child with more accurate diagnoses, better-tailored treatments, and a recovery with as few long-term effects as possible.”
- Pierre Bruneau, founder and spokesperson for the Charles-Bruneau Foundation
“This year marks the 6th edition of the Coupe Charles-Bruneau, presented by IGA. I am extremely proud to see this event grow in scale and recognition. It is thanks to the commitment and generosity of our merchants, suppliers, and employees that we support the Charles-Bruneau Foundation, whose initiatives make a real difference in the lives of children with cancer and their families. The Charles-Bruneau Cup is a memorable day, and we’re proud to have provided refreshments for the players and their families in the IGA food zone, where food and beverages were served. The partnership between the Charles-Bruneau Foundation and IGA is now 21 years old, and we are pleased to continue advancing research alongside them, with the goal of giving all children a childhood free of cancer.”
- Mireille Arteau, Vice President of Marketing for Quebec, Sobeys Inc.
