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Sports and leisure
In 2010, Desjardins Group granted $79.6 million in donations, sponsorships and scholarships. Of this amount, $10 million was earmarked for sports and leisure, tangible proof of Desjardins's high regard for the promotion of sports and development of athletes.
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 Desjardins, major sponsor of cycling! Desjardins is proud to sponsor over 60 cycling events across Quebec and Ontario. Whether it's family-oriented bike rides in the country, cycling clubs for all ages, high-level competitions or bike rental services: there's something for everyone! Use our interactive map to see events in your region. Find out more about cycling events. |
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 A major partner of cycling in Quebec, Desjardins is proud to help launch the Grand Prix Cycliste de Québec and the Grand Prix Cycliste de Montréal, 2 new events on the 2011 UCI ProTour racing calendar to take place September 9 and 11, 2011. In addition to stimulating the economy and tourism in these cities, the races will help increase Quebec's visibility both nationally and internationally. |
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 Desjardins Group has been a partner of the prestigious Tournoi international de hockey Pee-Wee de Québec for over 30 years, sponsoring 2 trophies, 1 to the winning international Class C team, and the other to the semi-finalist Class AA team. The Tournoi international de hockey Pee-Wee de Québec is considered to be the world's largest minor hockey tournament, with 2,300 players aged 11 and 12 from 15 countries. |
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 Desjardins Group is the title sponsor of the Vanier Cup. Established in 1965, the Vanier Cup is awarded each year to the best Canadian university football team. |
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Desjardins Academic All Canadian Program Desjardins is a primary sponsor of award program to recognize university athletes' academic excellence. The Canadian academic excellence award is the most prestigious prize awarded to student athletes, who must maintain a 3.5 grade point average and play on an all-star team in a recognized sport. Find out more about Canadian interuniversity Sport. |
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 Beauharnois and Salaberry-de-Valleyfield 2011 February 25, to March 5, 2011 Desjardins Group is proud to present the 46th Finale Jeux du Québec (in French only) which will take place in Beauharnois and Salaberry-de-Valleyfield from February 25 to March 5, 2011. Nearly 3,000 young athletes from 19 Quebec regions will attend with their escorts. For many of these young athletes, participating in the well-known Jeux du Québec is a stepping stones to high-level national and international competitions or to a professional career in sports. In addition to generating significant economic spin-offs, the Jeux du Québec finals bring about impressive social benefits by fostering young elite athletes and by supporting lasting healthy habits among the population by creating permanent physical activity facilities in host cities As a 31-year partner of the Finale des Jeux du Québec, Desjardins wants to congratulate the athletes and wish them the best of luck! |
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 Desjardins is the official partner of the Fédération de soccer du Québec (FSQ). This is one way Desjardins supports youth and the numerous caisses that are already involved with local and regional soccer clubs throughout Quebec. Founded in 1911, the FSQ now has 200,000 players, 17,000 coaches and over 6,500 referees. |
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 Desjardins is proud to be a part of the Montréal Bike Fest whose main event, the Tour de l'Île, now celebrates its 27th year. The Bike Fest is a not-to-be missed event on the Quebec calendar, combining the aspects of health, family and environmental protection. The 2011 Montréal Bike Fest will take place from May 29 to June 5. |
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