 October 31, 2022 - Local news Blanc-Sablon The Municipality of Blanc-Sablon president of election, Miss Karine Benoit, announced on the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon Facebook page at 9:33pm on October 30, that the new mayor was Mr. Andrew Etheridge. CFBS was in contact with the municipal office this morning to obtain the election information, in total there were 910 eligible voters, with 267 persons attending the ballot stations. Of the 267 ballots made, 7 ballots were rejected. The remaining 260 ballots were counted as follows: Andrew Etheridge = 141 Eric Jones = 119 Congratulations to Mr. Andrew Etheridge, he will be sworn in as mayor at the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon office on Nov 4. Abbygail Wellman CFBS Radio Blanc-Sablon Journalist ****************************************************** 31 octobre 2022 - Actualités locales Blanc-Sablon La présidente d'élection de la municipalité de Blanc-Sablon, Mlle Karine Benoit, a annoncé sur la page Facebook de la municipalité de Blanc-Sablon le 30 octobre à 21h33 que le nouveau maire était M. Andrew Etheridge. CFBS a été en contact avec le bureau municipal ce matin pour obtenir les informations sur l'élection, au total il y avait 910 électeurs éligibles, avec 267 personnes présentes aux bureaux de vote. Sur les 267 bulletins de vote effectués, 7 bulletins ont été rejetés. Les 260 bulletins restants ont été comptés comme suit: Andrew Etheridge = 141 Eric Jones = 119 Félicitations à M. Andrew Etheridge, il sera assermenté comme maire au bureau de la municipalité de Blanc-Sablon le 4 novembre. Abbygail Wellman Journaliste à CFBS Radio Blanc-Sablon October 30, 2022 - LOCAL NEWS BLANC-SABLON - ELECTION DAY
The following is the speech that CFBS has received from Mr. Andrew Etheridge, stating why you should vote for him today as mayor of the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon: " I am disappointed the discussion between us candidates never went through, it would’ve been a good opportunity to include the community in the process a bit more. I was surprised to learn that it hasn't been done before, I feel it should be a minimum to get the candidates together to answer questions from the public about their platform and voice their concerns for the community. It’s important for a mayor to take public role within the community, it keeps them accountable to the people. Our community doesn't feel like they have a say in the municipality. As mayor I want to bring more transparency, openness and accessibility to our local government through the modernization of the municipality, meaning; online access to meetings, documents available online, finishing our website, etc… How many people know who the council members are? Do we know what projects the municipality is currently working towards? This information should be public and pretty easily accessible, otherwise the only way to know would be contacting the municipality directly. The website is important for more than just access to public information, it’s a good platform to advertise and document our area and celebrate our unique region in the crossroads of Quebec, Labrador and Newfoundland. It will offer tourists a resource to see our area and activities offered. Without a mayor to push for better transparency and communication with our community, there isn’t enough accountability. I am committed to transparency and will be making my expenses public. The community garden initiative is an attempt to merge services with sustainability. As a relatively isolated area of Quebec in a world more and more unpredictable, our municipality should look at ways to decrease our reliance on shipped goods. I strongly believe we should start with an initiative to have more produce grown locally. I want this to be able to grow and eventually even employ people from our community. There are many new agricultural methods created with restricted space that I believe we should experiment with and the government has funds available for these types of projects. I would also include a composting program with it to reduce waste from locals and businesses. As our community grows, our villages should too. I want to do some development, allocating properties for apartments and affordable housing with consultation from the community on the matter. The more I learn about committees, the more I see the need for a committee of seasonal workers, there are certainly things the municipality can do to help: Connecting to local businesses or seniors to make use of their varied skills and training for example. Lots of seniors in our community have trouble finding people to help with repairs and such. I think it’s time for our community to have a conversation about Mental health and addiction. This is a nationwide crisis that is being ignored, my history with mental health makes me want to do something about it. I want to start a committee for mental health and addiction to advise our municipality on actions we can take to protect and educate our community. Ignoring this can cause untold harm to our community in the future and it can encourage people to be more open about their own mental health." - Andrew Etheridge Thank you Mr. Etheridge for sharing your public address with CFBS. The election is happening today, Sunday October 30th, from 10am to 8pm at the Municipal hall in Blanc-Sablon. Exercise your right to vote everyone, and good luck to the two candidates running for the seat of mayor from CFBS radio! Abbygail Wellman CFBS Radio Journalist ****************************************************************** 30 octobre 2022 - NOUVELLES LOCALES BLANC-SABLON - JOUR DES ELECTIONS Voici le discours que CFBS a reçu de M. Andrew Etheridge, expliquant pourquoi vous devriez voter pour lui aujourd'hui en tant que maire de la municipalité de Blanc-Sablon: "Je suis déçu que la discussion entre nous candidats n’ait jamais eu lieu, cela aurait été une bonne occasion d’inclure la communauté dans le processus un peu plus. J’ai été surpris d’apprendre que cela n’avait pas été fait auparavant. Je pense que ce devrait être un minimum de réunir les candidats pour répondre aux questions du public au sujet de leur programme et exprimer leurs préoccupations pour la communauté. Il est important pour un maire de jouer un rôle public au sein de la communauté, cela lui permet de rendre des comptes à la population. Notre collectivité n’a pas l’impression d’avoir son mot à dire dans la municipalité. En tant que maire, je veux apporter plus de transparence, d’ouverture et d’accessibilité à notre administration locale par la modernisation de la municipalité, c’est-à-dire l’accès en ligne aux réunions, les documents disponibles en ligne, la finalisation de notre site Web, etc. Combien de personnes savent qui sont les membres du conseil? Savons-nous quels sont les projets auxquels la municipalité travaille actuellement? Cette information devrait être publique et assez facilement accessible, sinon la seule façon de le savoir serait de communiquer directement avec la municipalité. Le site Web est important pour plus que l’accès à l’information publique, c’est une bonne plateforme pour faire de la publicité et documenter notre région et célébrer notre région unique au carrefour du Québec, du Labrador et de Terre-Neuve. Il offrira aux touristes une ressource pour voir notre région et les activités offertes. Sans un maire qui fasse pression pour une meilleure transparence et une meilleure communication avec notre collectivité, il n’y a pas suffisamment de reddition de comptes. Je m’engage à faire preuve de transparence et je rendrai mes dépenses publiques. L’initiative des jardins communautaires est une tentative de fusionner les services avec la durabilité. En tant que région relativement isolée du Québec dans un monde de plus en plus imprévisible, notre municipalité devrait chercher des moyens de réduire notre dépendance à l’égard des marchandises expédiées. Je crois fermement que nous devrions commencer par une initiative visant à accroître la production locale. Je veux que cela puisse prendre de l’expansion et même, un jour, employer des gens de notre communauté. Il y a beaucoup de nouvelles méthodes agricoles créées avec un espace restreint que nous devrions expérimenter et le gouvernement a des fonds disponibles pour ce genre de projets. Je prévoirais également un programme de compostage pour réduire les déchets provenant des gens du coin et des entreprises. À mesure que notre communauté grandit, nos villages devraient aussi le faire. Je veux faire du développement, attribuer des propriétés pour des appartements et des logements abordables avec la consultation de la communauté à ce sujet. Plus j’en apprends sur les comités, plus je vois la nécessité d’un comité de travailleurs saisonniers, plus la municipalité peut certainement faire des choses pour aider, comme établir des liens avec les entreprises locales ou les personnes âgées pour tirer parti de leurs diverses compétences et de leur formation, par exemple, beaucoup de personnes âgées de notre collectivité ont de la difficulté à trouver des gens pour les aider à faire des réparations. Je pense qu’il est temps pour notre communauté d’avoir une conversation sur la santé mentale et la toxicomanie. Il s’agit d’une crise nationale qui est ignorée, mes antécédents en santé mentale me donnent envie de faire quelque chose. Je veux mettre sur pied un comité sur la santé mentale et la toxicomanie pour conseiller notre municipalité sur les mesures que nous pouvons prendre pour protéger et éduquer notre collectivité. Le fait de ne pas en tenir compte peut causer un tort incalculable à notre collectivité à l’avenir et peut encourager les gens à être plus ouverts à l’égard de leur propre santé mentale." - Andrew Etheridge Merci M. Etheridge de partager votre discours public avec CFBS. L'élection a lieu aujourd'hui, dimanche 30 octobre, de 10h à 20h à la salle municipale de Blanc-Sablon. Exercez votre droit de vote tout le monde, et bonne chance aux deux candidats de la radio CFBS pour le siège de maire! Abbygail Wellman Journaliste de la radio CFBS  October 30, 2022 - LOCAL NEWS BLANC-SABLON - ELECTION DAY The following is the speech that CFBS has received from Mr. Eric Jones, stating why you should vote for him today as mayor of the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon: "Good Day, First, I’d like to thank CFBS once again for the opportunity to speak to the people of the municipality of Blanc-Sablon. During these last few weeks, as a mayoral candidate, I’ve had the opportunity to speak to several members of our municipality. I’ve realized that many people are interested and sometimes preoccupied about what happens in our villages. At the beginning of this campaign, all candidates were interviewed. One question that stood out for me was asking us how we planned to make sure the reality of our municipality would be considered outside of the region. I still believe for our reality to be considered outside of the region, we, as a municipality, need to be heard. To be heard, someone needs to speak! I am here today to ask you to give me that responsibility. It is a responsibility that I would not take lightly. To act in the best interest of the people of this municipality is a position in which I know I can thrive. I also think our new mayor should be able to lend our voice to benefit all the Lower North Shore. For example, in the case of our isolation and lack of a suitable road infrastructure or when speaking about our maritime and air transportation services which seem to be, often, unsuited to our needs. It is imperative for our elected officials to speak up on our behalf when services offered to us appear to be substandard. As mayor and council member, I would strive for a council that is: transparent, approachable, accountable and more importantly, a mayor and council that can rise to the occasion, acts and speaks FOR the people of the municipality of Blanc-Sablon. Thank you and don’t forget to vote on October 30th." - Eric Jones Thank you Mr. Jones for sharing your public address with CFBS. The election is happening today, Sunday October 30th, from 10am to 8pm at the Municipal hall in Blanc-Sablon. Exercise your right to vote everyone, and good luck to the two candidates running for the seat of mayor from CFBS radio! Abbygail Wellman CFBS Radio Journalist ****************************************************************** 30 octobre 2022 - NOUVELLES LOCALES BLANC-SABLON - JOUR DES ELECTIONS Voici le discours que CFBS a reçu de M. Eric Jones, expliquant pourquoi vous devriez voter pour lui aujourd'hui en tant que maire de la municipalité de Blanc-Sablon: "Bonjour, Tout d'abord, j'aimerais remercier encore une fois CFBS de me donner l'occasion de m'adresser à la population de la municipalité de Blanc-Sablon. Au cours des dernières semaines, en tant que candidat à la mairie, j'ai eu l'occasion de discuter avec plusieurs membres de notre municipalité. J’ai réalisé que beaucoup de gens sont intéressés et parfois préoccupés par ce qui se passe dans nos villages. Au début de cette campagne, tous les candidats ont été interviewés. Une des questions qui m'a marqué nous demandais comment nous comptions s’assurer que la réalité de notre municipalité soit considérée à l'extérieur de la région. Je crois fermement que pour que notre réalité soit considérée en dehors de la région, nous, en tant que municipalité, devons être entendus. Pour être entendu, il faut que quelqu'un prenne parole! Je suis ici aujourd'hui pour vous demander de me confier cette responsabilité. C'est une responsabilité que je ne prendrais pas à la légère. Agir dans le meilleur intérêt des habitants de cette municipalité est un poste dans lequel je sais que je peux m'épanouir. Je pense également que notre nouveau maire devrait être en mesure de faire entendre sa voix au profit de toute la Basse-Côte-Nord. Par exemple, dans le cas de notre isolement et de l'absence d'une infrastructure routière adéquate ou lorsque l'on parle de nos services de transport maritime et aérien qui semblent, plus souvent qu'autrement, inadaptés à nos besoins. Il est impératif que nos élus s'expriment en notre nom lorsque les services qui nous sont offerts semblent ne pas être à la hauteur. En tant que maire et membre du conseil, je m'efforcerais d'avoir un conseil transparent, accessible, responsable et, encore plus important, un maire et un conseil qui savent se montrer à la hauteur, agissent et parlent POUR les gens de la municipalité de Blanc-Sablon. Merci et n’oubliez pas d’aller voter le 30 octobre prochain." - Eric Jones Merci M. Jones de partager votre discours public avec CFBS. L'élection a lieu aujourd'hui, dimanche 30 octobre, de 10h à 20h à la salle municipale de Blanc-Sablon. Exercez votre droit de vote tout le monde, et bonne chance aux deux candidats de la radio CFBS pour le siège de maire! Abbygail Wellman Journaliste de la radio CFBS Eric Jones, Mayoral candidate for the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon // Eric Jones, candidat au poste de maire de la municipalité de Blanc-Sablon Local News October 14, 2022 - The 3rd candidate for mayor in the Blanc-Sablon municipal election speaks with CFBS radio CFBS was speaking today with Eric Jones, mayoral candidate for the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon, who will be seeking election on October 30th when local voters head to the polls. Listen to the interview below where Eric Jones answered questions on what municipal issues are at the forefront of his campaign, development potentials for the Municipality, municipal taxation rates, concerns of citizens and realities within the municipality, and why he feels that voters should elect him as the new mayor. You can listen to the interview by clicking on the sound files below. Three candidates have submitted their names for the seat of Mayor in this election; Colin Shattler, Andrew Etheridge, and Eric Jones. Advance polling will be held on October 23rd from noon to 8pm, and the regular polling day hours on October 30th will be from 10am to 8pm. In fairness of the election coverage on CFBS, all candidates were asked the same questions, with 1 interview offered to all three candidates in both English, and French, on CFBS airwaves. In the days leading up to the final polling day on October 30th, all candidates will be welcomed to return again with a speech if they so choose to address the electors of the Municipality for a final time before the election day. Discriminatory comments will not be tolerated on CFBS radio. Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist *********************************************************************** Nouvelles locales 14 octobre 2022 - Le 3e candidat à la mairie lors de l'élection municipale de Blanc-Sablon s'entretient avec la radio CFBS. CFBS s'est entretenu avec Eric Jones, candidat à la mairie de Blanc-Sablon, qui sera en campagne électorale le 30 octobre prochain, ou les candidats iront aux élections. Écoutez l'entrevue ci-dessous où Eric Jones a répondu à des questions sur les enjeux municipaux qui sont au premier plan de sa campagne, les possibilités de développement pour la municipalité, les taux d'imposition municipaux, les préoccupations des citoyens et les réalités au sein de la municipalité, et pourquoi il pense que les électeurs devraient l'élire comme nouveau maire. Vous pouvez écouter l'entrevue en cliquant sur le fichiers son ci-dessous. Trois candidats ont soumis leurs noms pour le siège de maire dans cette élection ; Colin Shattler, Andrew Etheridge, et Eric Jones. Le vote par anticipation aura lieu le 23 octobre de midi à 20h, et le jour du scrutin, le 30 octobre, de 10h à 20h. Afin d'assurer l'équité de la couverture des élections sur CFBS, les mêmes questions ont été posées à tous les candidats, avec une entrevue offerte aux trois candidats en anglais et en français sur les ondes de CFBS. Dans les jours précédant le scrutin final du 30 octobre, tous les candidats seront invités à revenir avec un discours, s'ils le souhaitent, pour s'adresser une dernière fois aux électeurs de la municipalité avant le jour de l'élection. Les commentaires discriminatoires ne seront pas tolérés sur la radio de CFBS. Abbygail Wellman Journaliste à CFBS 
Andrew Etheridge, Mayoral candidate for the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon // Andrew Etheridge, candidat au poste de maire de la municipalité de Blanc-Sablon Local News October 13, 2022 - The municipal election campaign continues in Blanc-Sablon CFBS was speaking today with Andrew Etheridge, mayoral candidate for the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon, who will be seeking election on October 30th when local voters head to the polls. Listen to the interview below where Andrew Etheridge answered questions on what municipal issues are at the forefront of his campaign, development potentials for the Municipality, municipal taxation rates, concerns of citizens and realities within the municipality, and why he feels that voters should elect him as the new mayor. You can listen to the interview by clicking on the sound files below. Three candidates have submitted their names for the seat of Mayor in this election; Colin Shattler, Andrew Etheridge, and Eric Jones. So far, CFBS has also spoken with candidate Colin Shattler, that interview can also be found in our local news section on this website. The interview with the 3rd candidate, Eric Jones, will be aired on CFBS tomorrow during the news segments, then posted on our website also. Be sure to listen in. Advance polling will be held on October 23rd from noon to 8pm, and the regular polling day hours on October 30th will be from 10am to 8pm. In fairness of the election coverage on CFBS, all candidates are being asked the same questions, with 1 interview offered to all three candidates in both English, and French, on CFBS airwaves. In the days leading up to the final polling day on October 30th, all candidates will be welcomed to return again with a speech if they so choose to address the electors of the Municipality for a final time before the election day. Discriminatory comments will not be tolerated on CFBS radio. Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist *********************************************************************** Nouvelles locales Le 13 octobre 2022 - La campagne des élections municipales se poursuit à Blanc-Sablon CFBS s'est entretenu avec Andrew Etheridge, candidat à la mairie de Blanc-Sablon, qui sera en campagne électorale le 30 octobre prochain, ou les candidats iront aux élections. Écoutez l'entrevue ci-dessous où Andrew Eteridge a répondu à des questions sur les enjeux municipaux qui sont au premier plan de sa campagne, les possibilités de développement pour la municipalité, les taux d'imposition municipaux, les préoccupations des citoyens et les réalités au sein de la municipalité, et pourquoi il pense que les électeurs devraient l'élire comme nouveau maire. Vous pouvez écouter l'entrevue en cliquant sur le fichiers son ci-dessous. Trois candidats ont soumis leurs noms pour le siège de maire dans cette élection ; Colin Shattler, Andrew Etheridge, et Eric Jones. Jusqu'à présent, CFBS a également parlé avec le candidat Colin Shattler, cette entrevue peut également être trouvée dans notre section de nouvelles locales sur ce site. L'entrevue du troisième candidat, Eric Jones, sera diffusée sur CFBS demain pendant les segments d'information, puis publiée sur notre site Web également. Ne manquez pas de l'écouter. Le vote par anticipation aura lieu le 23 octobre de midi à 20h, et le jour du scrutin, le 30 octobre, de 10h à 20h. En ce qui concerne l'équité de la couverture des élections sur CFBS, les mêmes questions sont posées à tous les candidats, avec une entrevue offerte aux trois candidats en anglais et en français sur les ondes de CFBS. Dans les jours précédant le scrutin final du 30 octobre, tous les candidats seront invités à revenir avec un discours, s'ils le souhaitent, pour s'adresser une dernière fois aux électeurs de la municipalité avant le jour de l'élection. Les commentaires discriminatoires ne seront pas tolérés sur la radio de CFBS. Abbygail Wellman Journaliste à CFBS
 Colin Shattler, Mayoral candidate for the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon // Colin Shattler, candidat au poste de maire de la municipalité de Blanc-Sablon Local News October 11, 2022 - The municipal election campaign begins in Blanc-Sablon CFBS was speaking with Colin Shattler, mayoral candidate for the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon, who will be seeking election on October 30th when local voters head to the polls. Listen to the interview below where Colin Shattler answered questions on what municipal issues are at the forefront of his campaign, development potentials for the Municipality, municipal taxation rates, concerns of citizens and realities within the municipality, and why he feels that voters should elect him as the new mayor. You can listen to the interview by clicking on the sound files below. Three candidates have submitted their names for the seat of Mayor in this election; Colin Shattler, Andrew Etheridge, and Eric Jones. Advance polling will be held on October 23rd from noon to 8pm, and the regular polling day hours on October 30th will be from 10am to 8pm. In fairness of the election coverage on CFBS, all candidates will be asked the same questions, with 1 interview offered to all three candidates in both English, and French, on CFBS airwaves. In the days leading up to the final polling day on October 30th, all candidates will be welcomed to return again with a speech if they so choose to address the electors of the Municipality for a final time before the election day. Discriminatory comments will not be tolerated on CFBS radio. Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist *********************************************************************** Nouvelles locales Le 11 octobre 2022 - La campagne électorale municipale débute à Blanc-Sablon CFBS s'est entretenu avec Colin Shattler, candidat à la mairie de Blanc-Sablon, qui sera en campagne électorale le 30 octobre prochain, ou les candidats iront aux élections. Écoutez l'entrevue ci-dessous où Colin Shattler a répondu à des questions sur les enjeux municipaux qui sont au premier plan de sa campagne, les possibilités de développement pour la municipalité, les taux d'imposition municipaux, les préoccupations des citoyens et les réalités au sein de la municipalité, et pourquoi il pense que les électeurs devraient l'élire comme nouveau maire. Vous pouvez écouter l'entrevue en cliquant sur le fichiers son ci-dessous. Trois candidats ont soumis leur nom pour le siège de maire dans cette élection : Colin Shattler, Andrew Etheridge et Eric Jones. Le vote par anticipation aura lieu le 23 octobre de midi à 20h, et le jour du scrutin, le 30 octobre, de 10h à 20h. Afin d'assurer une couverture équitable de l'élection sur CFBS, les mêmes questions seront posées à tous les candidats et une entrevue sera offerte aux trois candidats en anglais et en français sur les ondes de CFBS. Dans les jours précédant le scrutin final du 30 octobre, tous les candidats seront invités à revenir avec un discours, s'ils le souhaitent, pour s'adresser une dernière fois aux électeurs de la municipalité avant le jour de l'élection. Les commentaires discriminatoires ne seront pas tolérés à la radio de CFBS. Abbygail Wellman Journaliste à CFBS
 Photo: Sonny et Erik Caouette de 2Frères à Blanc-Sablon 1er octobre 2022 / Sonny and Erik Caouette of 2Frères in Blanc-Sablon October 1, 2022 Actualités locales 3 octobre 2022 - 2Frères en direct à Blanc-Sablon ! Ce concert SiriusXM Music Town avec 2Frères a eu lieu le samedi soir 1er octobre à l'aréna local de Blanc-Sablon. Blanc-Sablon a remporté l'événement SiriusXM Music Town, en mai pour la province de Québec, en battant des centaines d'autres communautés pour être nommé la ville inaugurale SiriusXM Music Town. SiriusXM a déclaré dans les médias au cours des derniers mois qu'il y a eu beaucoup de nominations sincères et un esprit communautaire incroyable dans le vote pour gagner un concert unique, mettant en vedette un grand nom de la musique canadienne. CFBS était présent le samedi après-midi, après la vérification du son, pour interviewer 2Frères. Vous pouvez écouter l'interview de Jessika Lavallee en cliquant sur le fichier audio ci-dessous. La première partie de la soirée était assurée par Sara Dufour et son groupe. Sara Dufour a joué un set dynamique et enjoué qui a préparé le public à une soirée de plaisir, son set ayant duré environ une heure. Lorsque 2Frères est monté sur scène, les quelque 200 personnes présentes étaient enthousiastes à l'idée de voir cette tête d'affiche jouer pour la première fois sur la Basse-Côte-Nord, à Blanc-Sablon, au Québec. Parmi les chansons originales de 2Frères que les auditeurs ont pu apprécier, mentionnons : maudite promesse, sous le même toit, m'aimeras-tu pareil?, 33 tours, et à tous les vents. Ils ont accepté les demandes du public et ont également joué quelques chansons populaires de rock classique anglais. Les spectateurs étaient énergiques, les gens dansant et applaudissant pour montrer leur appréciation pendant et après chaque chanson. Avec ce concert maintenant terminé, Blanc-Sablon peut maintenant se vanter d'avoir 4 grands noms de la musique canadienne qui ont joué dans notre arène locale. Charlie Major a joué ici en 2012, ce qui a été organisé par Jeff Lavallee dans le cadre d'un projet scolaire. CFBS a parrainé Trooper en 2013, et maintenant SiriusXM avec 2Frères et Sara Dufour. Cela montre que notre aréna local est un endroit idéal pour accueillir ce type d'événements de divertissement dans le Nord-Est du Québec. Jessika Lavallee, journaliste Abbygail Wellman, texte Radio CFBS ************************************************************************************************************** Local News October 3, 2022 - 2Frères live in Blanc-Sablon Sponsored by SiriusXM! This SiriusXM Music Town concert with 2Frères was held on Saturday night, October 1st at the local arena in Blanc-Sablon. Blanc-Sablon won the SiriusXM Music Town event, in May for the province of Québec, beating out hundreds of other communities to be named the inaugural SiriusXM Music Town. SiriusXM stated in the media in recent months that there were many heartfelt nominations and incredible community spirit in voting to win a once in a lifetime concert, featuring a big-name Canadian act. CFBS was in attendance on Saturday afternoon after the soundcheck was completed, to interview 2Frères. You can listen to the interview with Jessika Lavallee by clicking on the sound file below. The opening act of the evening was Sara Dufour and her band. Sara Dufour played a lively and upbeat set that got the audience geared up for an evening of fun, with her set lasting approximately an hour. When 2Frères took to the stage, the approximate 200 attendees were excited to see this headlining act playing for the first time on the Lower North Shore, in Blanc-Sablon, Québec. Some of the 2Frères original songs that listeners got to enjoy were: maudite promesse, sous le même toit, m’aimeras-tu pareil?, 33 tours, et à tous les vents. They took requests from the audience, and also played a couple of popular classic rock English songs. The crowd was energized, with people dancing and cheering to show their appreciation during, and after, each song. With this concert now concluded, Blanc-Sablon can now boast having 4 big-name Canadian music acts that have played at our local arena. Charlie Major played here in 2012 which was organized by Jeff Lavallee through a school project. CFBS sponsored Trooper in 2013, and now SiriusXM with 2Frères and Sara Dufour. Showing that our local arena is a great venue to host these types of entertainment events in Northeast Québec. Jessika Lavallee, reporter Abbygail Wellman, text CFBS radio
Municipality of Blanc-Sablon issues statement about recent public meeting regarding the local arena9/29/2022
 LOCAL NEWS – September 29, 2022
CFBS was speaking today with Karine Benoit, Acting General Director, regarding the meeting that had taken place on September 26th with the Corporation de Développement Économique Est-Ouest board about the current situation regarding funding, administration, and the logistics of operating the local arena in Lourdes de Blanc-Sablon. As you may recall, CFBS was in attendance and reported that many community members attended as it was open to the public. At the closing of the meeting, there was still no solution yet made by both parties, but an agreement to hold another meeting later in October to find a solution has been made. The Municpality of Blanc-Sablon would like to issue the following statement regarding the meeting on September 26th: "The municipality of Blanc-Sablon had a meeting with the Corporation de développement Économique Est-Ouest, where the public was also present on the 26th of September. The municipality presented their plan to change the way that the yearly $60,000.00 grant was given. At this time, the Corporation and the public voiced their concerns on this plan. The municipality took all opinions and concerns into consideration, and are pleased that we will be having another meeting with the corporation in late October. One of the objectives for the Municipality at this meeting was to create a better working relationship and communication between the two parties. We feel that this was achieved, and we will continue to work on this relationship in the future." CFBS will attend the next meeting in October and bring you an update on discussions between the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon and the Corporation de Développement Économique Est-Ouest board for the funding and requirements needed for the local arena in Lourdes de Blanc-Sablon to continue to receive this yearly grant. Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist LOCAL NEWS – September 28, 2022 CFBS was speaking today with Carla Fequet, President of the board of the Corporation de Développement Économique Est-Ouest board, regarding the meeting that had taken place on September 26th with the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon about the current situation regarding funding, administration, and the logistics of operating the local arena in Lourdes de Blanc-Sablon. Many community members attended as it was open to the public, but at the closing of the meeting there was still no solution yet made by both parties, but an agreement made to hold another meeting to take place at a future date. Board President, Carla Fequet, has mentioned 3 points that their organization hopes in going forward that the Municipality would reconsider to solve the issue: 1. Seeing as we are forced to do a yearly audit costing us well over 7 thousand dollars, then we would like for them to replace quarterly reports with quarterly meetings between the arena board and the council. 2. Keep in place certain donations such as high school SEC V bursary from the Arena. We consider this a very small investment and token of appreciation to our youth that is important for our board. Therefore, we would like that to be accepted in their no donation clause. 3. Seeing as our expenses keep increasing with the cost of living, that they try to apply for funding as a municipality to not only benefit the arena, but the leisure and social activities as well. The overall outcome we want, Carla says, is a better working relationship with the council. “We would appreciate some trust and less criticism. More public meetings, etc. It is crucial that we keep the building open and have it made more accessible for all generations” she noted. I asked Carla if she could explain the issue around giving donations, she said: “We receive donations, but the Corporation itself, gives a bursary to a SEC V graduating student. It's been done ever since the arena opened. They (Municipality) asked for that to stop. So we understand it's something incredibly small, but we feel like that shows appreciation to our youth.” She also wanted to add; “In 2021 we had twelve employees work for our center. Considering how small our community is, that is a lot of people with jobs that invest back into their municipality. If we keep getting less funding, more expense, its going to have an impact on more that just the arena. We were disappointed that the full council did not show up for the meeting, as we were expecting. Therefore, no decision could be made. Which was a little bit disappointing. But I still think we managed to get some points across from both sides. We had a good public turn out too and we want to thank the people for being there. On another note, as of today we are looking for a new arena manager, and there is a seat available on our board, as someone on the board resigned yesterday” she said. Information for the job posting can be found here, you can follow the Facebook page of the Comité Des Loisirs Blanc-Sablon for more information. CFBS also reached out to the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon for comment, more info to come... Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist LOCAL NEWS – AUGUST 17, 2022: BLANC-SABLON, QC. - The Municipality of Blanc-Sablon answers questions on the recent situation that unfolded with the local arena administration and committee
CFBS was made aware of an issue that had taken place between the two organizations following a social media post made by the Comité Des Loisirs Blanc-Sablon stating that the administrative board of the Corporation Développement Économique Est-Ouest as well as the Arena management had collectively taken the difficult decision to step away from their duties. The organization stated that the constant feeling of having to prove to the municipality that their board can be trusted regarding the operations of the arena had been overwhelming. In light of this, CFBS reached out to the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon to ask questions regarding this situation, which were answered by the council members of the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon in an email: 1. Can you explain the situation that is currently happening between the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon and the Comite des loisirs Blanc-Sablon? The municipality met with the management of the Corporation de Development Économique Est Ouest to discuss and go over the details of their yearly subsidy. As per usual, the council requested to have financial reports completed within the time limit. Considering the municipality is dealing with taxpayers’ money we want to remain transparent. We recognize the importance and need of such an establishment and want to work together in the best of both parties. When the meeting was over, it was agreed by both parties involved that we would have a second meeting with more members of their board and our missing councilors as well. It was supposed to happen in early September. They told us that they had financial difficulties. To support them, we consulted other municipalities that had an arena and no financial problems. We were able to identify ways to facilitate their management. 2. In the meeting mentioned, was the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon questioning the running and management of the arena? The municipality has not questioned the need or importance of such a facility. Given that the municipality gives such a large subvention to the arena every year, we simply asked the management to provide the council with a financial report every 3 months stating where these funds are being disbursed, and the annual financial statements documents are required by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs (MAMH) that we are obligated to adopt before May 31 st to be able to be conform with the Commission Municipale du Québec. Since both parties are suppose to be working together, we did ask to have a follow up meeting to see if and what was needed. 3. Can you explain the process of granting subventions to organizations like the Comite des Loisirs Blanc-Sablon, and what is the amount granted per year? The municipality contributes a grant of $60,000 to the Corporation de Development Économique Est Ouest. When given a large subsidy like this amount there are conditions and procedures that need to be followed. The management would have to complete quarterly reports to the municipality and the annual financial statements within the deadlines giving by the MAMH. The Comité Des Loisirs Blanc-Sablon also stated on their social media post that they will be inviting the population to their AGA, and to answer any questions that the public may have regarding their decision. The date and time will be announced within the next few weeks. Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist  LOCAL NEWS – MARCH 25, 2022: BLANC-SABLON, QC. - Anthony Dumas, property owner of the Résidence aux Beaux Séjours building, weighs in on the current lease situation
Following the news coverage by CFBS on March 24th regarding questions from local residents on if services would continue at the Résidence aux Beaux Séjours in Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon, we were speaking with Mr. Anthony Dumas who owns the building that currently hosts the residence to see if he could shed more information on what is happening with the current lease, and the information given by the CISSS de la Côte-Nord stating that the building will no longer meet intermediate operating standards by December 2022. Mr. Dumas informed CFBS that there is no current lease contract with the Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux de la Côte-Nord (CISSS de la Côte-Nord), the contract was not renewed by the CISSS since October 1st 2017. "I cannot understand why they are saying it is not up to standards, the only communication I have received from the CISSS asking for any upgrades to the building was a letter dated on July 30, 2021 asking for paint to freshen up the patio deck" stated Mr. Dumas. Anthony Dumas has owned the building since it was renovated in 2011, where he operated the residence himself until 2013. Besides for that time frame, the newly renovated facility has only ever been leased to the health center, and was meeting all of the requirements necessary he says. The CISSS installed a new alarm system at the beginning of the first lease, and that was the only upgrade carried out. Mr. Dumas states that in the leases that were signed in 2013 and then again in 2014, the CISSS as the leaser was to assume all damages to the building such as paint, plaster, furniture upkeep, flooring, patio, and daily maintenance. "I am disappointed about this current situation, I can only imagine how concerned the residents must be in worry of what will happen" says Anthony Dumas. On March 1st 2022, Anthony Dumas attended a meeting with the heath center establishment. At this meeting, Mr. Dumas said he was told that the CISSS will not be adding any new residents, and questions were raised about building standards. Anthony said he gave the CISSS three options to consider; to buy the building, to sign a new lease for the building, or to terminate the use of the facility on May 30, 2022. "I feel that the CISSS de la Côte-Nord has long had the intention to discontinue leasing the building for the residence, otherwise why not sign a new lease after the last one ended in 2017? As a landlord, how can I invest further in the property without a contract? It makes no sense. I want to work with the CISSS for a solution" adds Mr. Dumas. Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist  LOCAL NEWS – MARCH 24, 2022: BLANC-SABLON, QC. - What will happen to the Résidence aux Beaux Séjours?
CFBS received information from concerned local citizens that the Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux de la Côte-Nord (CISSS de la Côte-Nord) would no longer be operating the Résidence aux Beaux Séjours home in Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon, a home for individuals with a slight loss of autonomy. This residence has been much appreciated by the community, and the people who stayed there, since its doors opened in late 2011. Following our questions to the CISSS, this information was sent to CFBS by email from Pascal Paradis, Communications Advisor of the CISSS de la Côte-Nord: "Since March 2019, the Résidence aux Beaux Séjours is no longer operated by a private promoter. The CISSS de la Côte-Nord manages the resource in the rented building. Despite the calls for tenders, no promoter came forward to operate an intermediate resource (IR) in the Blanc-Sablon sector. Even though operating an IR is not part of the mission of a health care establishment, the CISSS is temporarily maintaining the current service offer. However, the building will no longer meet the IR operating standards as of December 2022. There are currently no more new admissions at the Résidence aux Beaux Séjours. An assessment of the residents is underway to determine the best lodging option for each of them, and they will be met individually in the near future. The CISSS will take steps to ensure that residents who wish to stay there will be able to do so, but several issues are out of its control, including the lease. Residents will be kept updated regularly as developments arise." - Pascal Paradis, Communications Advisor of the CISSS de la Côte-Nord CFBS will continue to follow this news story, with more to come ....... Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist Local Sûreté du Québec will be vigilant this weekend for illegal use of cell phones while driving11/26/2021
 LOCAL NEWS – NOVEMBER 26, 2021: BLANC-SABLON, QC. - SQ safety reminder regarding cellphones
The local Sûreté du Québec in Blanc-Sablon have begun a weekend campaign (Nov 26 - Nov 28) of routine stops from Blanc-Sablon to Old Fort to spread awareness about the illegal use of cellular devices while driving. Officer Keven Beaudoin, of the SQ in Blanc-Sablon, would like to remind drivers of the following: - Practice safe driving habits, such as not being distracted while behind the wheel and holding your cell phone. - Cellular devices should only be operated in your vehicle when using hands free devices like Bluetooth - Paying attention to the road enables drivers to be aware of their surroundings, which in turn can help to reduce road accidents, and save lives. If you are caught behind the wheel using your handheld devices while driving, you will be fined. Exactly how much you may be wondering? The fine for the illegal use of a cellphone while driving is $300.00 plus 5 demerit points. Repeat offenses carry an automatic suspension of your driving license for 3 days, effective immediately from the time of the infraction. Officer Beaudoin would like to thank the population in advance for abiding by road rules. Also, would like to remind the population that beginning today, November 26, 2021 to January 3, 2022, all Quebec police services, in collaboration with the Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ), will intensify their interventions as part of the national concerted operation (CNO) targeting the ability to drive impaired by alcohol, drugs or a combination of the two. These interventions will result, among other things, in the presence of checkpoints where mandatory screening could be carried out randomly. Please drive safely. Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist  LOCAL NEWS - NOVEMBER 19, 2021: BLANC-SABLON – A new mayoress for Blanc-Sablon CFBS was speaking with Gabrielle Landry, the newly elected Mayoress of the Municipality of Blanc-Sablon. Gabrielle won the seat after running unopposed in the seat of Mayor on November 5, 2021. Gabrielle discussed with CFBS what she hopes to achieve during her 4 year term, the files that she is focusing on first, and her drive in taking on the role as a young adult. Listen to Becky Spingle's interview with Mayoress Gabrielle Landry in both French and English, by clicking on the sound files below (click on the speaker icon next to the sound file and a media player will open up to hear the interview). Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist
 LOCAL NEWS - NOVEMBER 19, 2021: LOWER NORTH SHORE – Art fun with Musée Ambulant! You may remember Musee Ambulant, a small nomadic arts museum, from a previous visit to the Lower North Shore, in February 2019, and the exhibition they showcased in the schools in Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon, Old Fort and St-Paul River. Well, they are coming back! The Musee Ambulant team will coming to the Lower North Shore in the upcoming weeks, this time bringing contemporary artworks to new audiences. They will be visiting elementary and high schools from Kegaska to L'Anse-au-Loup, offering artistic workshops that showcase exciting visual work by professional artists, including some augmented reality and interactive virtual reality experiences. They will be in the Blanc-Sablon area from December 7th to December 16th, and CFBS radio will be giving away Colis d'art toour listeners! So what is Colis d'art you may ask? In the past year, Musee Ambulant has produced a series called Colis d'art (Art Parcels, literally), a collection of special boxes containing an original artwork created by a professional artist, tools to explore an artistic medium and a code to access extra content online (ex. interview with the artist, and tutorials for the use of the provided material. CFBS will be giving away Colis d'art from the following artists: A. Colis TREMBLAY / ARGUIN (silkscreen printing) B. Colis MARSH / MERCADER (wood engraving and printing) C. Colis K. PHANEUF / DOYON-RIVEST (book binding) D. Colis BONEY / PÉTRIN (clay modeling). Supported by the Canada Council for the Arts, this project is entirely FREE and the Colis (value of $85 each) can of course be kept and enjoyed, so the artistic discovery can continue on for years to come! Listen to the interview with Sarah Bélanger-Martel, by clicking on the sound files below (click on the speaker icon next to the sound file and a media player will open up to hear the interview). Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist
 LOCAL NEWS - NOVEMBER 15, 2021: ST. PAUL'S – Student Election Campaign Underway
An exciting event is taking place at St. Paul's School this week. The school has teamed up with Elections Québec through their youth program Vox Populi to engage in the democratic process of electing their class representatives for Student Council. Ashley Duguay, Development Agent at St. Paul's School, speaking by email with CFBS said that she is proud of the students for their commitment to their school community and for taking part in this democratic process. There will be a swear-in ceremony on Tuesday, November 16th at 1:15 p.m. in the gym, where the students will be joined by the Mayor of Bonne-Espérance, Ms. Dale Roberts Keats, to make the big announcement of who has won the student elections, and to congratulate the newly elected council. More to come ...... Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist LOCAL NEWS - OCTOBER 18, 2021 - Programme Empreinte interveners from CALACS are in Bonne-Esperance today to speak about Sexual Violence against girls and community workshops Sexual violence is a serious social problem affecting thousands of people every year in Quebec. It is mistakenly believed that the perpetrator of sexual violence does so out of impulse, but it is more often the expression of an underlying desire for power and domination of the victim. Sexual violence has many faces: sexual assault (rape), incest, sexual harassment and abuse by a professional are just a few manifestations. The shame, guilt and fear that surrounds sexual violence are still very much present among victims and often keep them in social isolation. Breaking the silence, speaking freely, is a first step towards healing, and Programme Empreinte is aiding students, families, friends and school staff in the process. CFBS was speaking today with Laury Boulianne and Alexandra Paradis, Interveners for the Programme Empreinte, a program designed to give support to victims of sexual violence, and anyone else affected by giving tools in order to cope while respecting the confidentiality of all involved. This program is through Lumière Boréale Calacs in Baie-Comeau, a community organization founded in 1990 specifically dedicated to the problem of sexual assault. This center for help and the fight against sexual assault in Baie-Comeau helps women aged 14 and over and those around them. If you are a victim of sexual violence, there is support available to you, and it is confidential. You do not have to bear the burden of the situation alone. Lumière Boréale Calacs in Baie-Comeau Phone: 1-800-563-0443 Website: http://lumiereboreale.qc.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lumiereboreale.calacsbaiecomeau For 24/7 Emergencies after hours, please call 1-888-933-9007 Listen to my interview in English with Laury Boulianne and Alexandra Paradis, by clicking on the sound file below (click on the speaker icon next to the sound file and a media player will open up to hear the interview). Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist
 LOCAL NEWS - AUGUST 26, 2021: NORTH SHORE – CISSS PRESS BRIEF COVERAGE
A press briefing was held this morning by the Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux de la Côte-Nord (CISSS de la Côte-Nord) regarding the COVID-19 situation on the North Shore. The press briefing by Zoom, was led by Ms. Manon Asselin, President and CEO of the CISSS de la Côte-Nord, and Dr. Richard Fachehoun, director of public health. The epidemiological situation on the North Shore is stable, with five cases in the last 10 days. However, the province is going through a fourth wave with increasing numbers of cases and hospitalizations, and an increasing prevalence of the Delta variant, which is more contagious. People who are not adequately vaccinated are more affected by the Delta variant, stresses the CISSS de la Côte-Nord. Unvaccinated North Shore residents are five times more likely to be infected than their adequately protected neighbors. Also, these unvaccinated residents are 29 times more likely to be hospitalized than those who are adequately protected. At this time, almost 84% of eligible residents have received a first dose of the vaccine against the virus, and 76.5% are fully vaccinated. The CISSS de la Côte-Nord estimates that a 90% vaccination rate is needed in order to achieve a group protection against the Delta variant. The CISSS de la Côte-Nord cannot stress enough the importance of all residents aged 12 years and over to get their two doses of the vaccine as soon as possible. The other important element for residents is to protect the health network. Several service reductions were experienced this summer because of the staff shortage. Any more pressure on the health network may have major consequences. This could happen if the number of hospitalizations in the region increases. The CISSS de la Côte-Nord thanks the population for your collaboration and solidarity. Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist  LOCAL NEWS - AUGUST 19, 2021 - Maison Mecatina welcomes seniors to fill out an application to become a resident On July 2nd, Maison Mecatina opened it’s doors for community members to take a tour of the new senior facility in La Tabatiere, and now they are ready for applications to be filled. This new senior’s home means that more aging residents will be able to stay in their community, as apposed to having to leave for housing services in other communities of the Lower North Shore. This new facility has 8 bedrooms (7 single rooms and 1 double room) and boasts many comforts that residents will surely enjoy! The home has an amazing view of the saltwater and is located right on the main road. Home cooked meals provided 3 times daily, plus snacks and baked goods, there will also be fun activities for the residents to participate in. Depending on the needs and autonomy of the residents, Maison Mecatina will base the living arrangements on the specific needs of the clients. You can checkout the Facebook page of Maison Mecatina by clicking here. Listen to the interview with Josh Boland, a board member of Maison Mecatina, and Tara Bobbitt, the project coordinator at Maison Mecatina, by clicking on the sound file below (click on the speaker icon next to the sound file and a media player will open up to hear the interview). Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist
 LOCAL NEWS - AUGUST 19, 2021 - Supporting those who served from our region with quilts of comfort CFBS was speaking today with Camilla Gallibois, the regional representative (Sept-Iles to Blanc-Sablon) for Quilts of Valour, an organization whose mission is to ensure that Canadian Forces members are recognized for their service and commitment to our country. They give support through the presentation of quilts to comfort past and present Canadian Forces members. A Quilt of Valour is a single, lifetime gift from a grateful nation. The need for quilts continues to grow. At present, there are approximately 185,000 Veterans in our country, many of whom are eligible to receive a Quilt of Valour. To date, they have presented nearly 17,000 quilts. Each one a handmade hug, stitched with love and gratitude by grateful Canadians. Check out the Quilts of Valour website by clicking here, to request a quilt for someone you can click here. Camilla is seeking local quilters who would be interested in volunteering their time to help produce the quilts for those who are eligible. If you are interested in donating your services, contact Camilla by phone at (613) 407-0372 or email at camilla.gallibois@quiltsofvalour.ca Listen to the interview with Camilla Gallibois by clicking on the sound file below (click on the speaker icon next to the sound file and a media player will open up to hear the interview). Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist
 LOCAL NEWS - AUGUST 11, 2021 - Learn 3D imaging training with archaeologists on the Lower North Shore! CFBS was speaking with Manek Kohlatkar, an archaeologist currently working for Archeo-Mamu, the Centre de services scolaire du littoral, and the MRC Golfe du Saint Laurent, to help preserve aspects of local heritage by bringing it to life through 3D image technology. FREE, interactive mini-workshops, are being offered all along the Lower North Shore in the coming days and weeks to learn where elements of history and heritage are brought to life through 3D modeling. A course is being planned for this fall with the Centre de services scolaire du littoral, those trained will have the future opportunity to work along side archaeologists to digitally catalogue artifacts! UPCOMING LOCAL DATES:
Listen to the interview with Manek by clicking on the sound files below (click on the speaker icon next to the sound file and a media player will open up to hear the interview). Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist
 LOCAL NEWS - AUGUST 9, 2021 - WELCOME TO THE BAKEAPPLE FOLK FESTIVAL OF 2021 An interview with Dean Flynn, Chairperson of the Bakeapple Folk Festival in Forteau, speaking about the upcoming festival this weekend now on its 42nd year of providing local fun for all ages!
Check our their new website at: https://www.bakeapplefolkfestival.ca/home/ Check out their Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/bakeapplefolkfestival/ Listen to the interview with Mr. Flynn by clicking on the sound files below (click on the speaker icon next to the sound file and a media player will open up to hear the interview). Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist
 LOCAL NEWS - AUGUST 3, 2021 - Learning about our local seabird population CFBS was speaking with Lisa Gutcher, a QLF Intern and biologist who studied at the University British of Columbia, and Heather Grant McLoughlin, who is also a QLF Intern and a computer scientist, who studied at Dalhousie and Swansea University in the UK. These ladies are currently in Blanc-Sablon working with the Quebec Labrador Foundation on the conservation of the local seabirds, spreading awareness, and engaging the community about our magnificent winged neighbors. Avid birders, Lisa and Heather have been hosting a series of fun community activities in the last few days, welcoming the community to come out and learn about our seabirds like the Razorbill (Tinker), the Puffin, the Common Eider, the Common Murre (Turre), the Great Black-backed Gull, the Bar-tailed Godwit, and more. Check out the photos below of the mural painted by these ladies, and community members, during their event held at the Blanc-Sablon General Store on August 2nd. Way to go everyone! Listen to my interview with Lisa Gutcher and Heather Grant McLoughlin by clicking on the sound files below (click on the speaker icon next to the sound file and a media player will open up to hear the interview). Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist
 LOCAL NEWS - JULY 30, 2021: BLANC-SABLON – Young author Tommy Fequet, releases his 1st book 'Ali in the Summer', available now on Amazon Could you write a fictional novel at age sixteen? As most teenagers at that age are beginning to think of their future, focusing on their friends, or just having fun, this exceptional young man decided to put to pen his love of writing, and has published a book! CFBS was speaking with Tommy Fequet, a high school student from Quebec City, with family living here on the Lower North Shore, to talk about his first published book, called 'Ali in the Summer'. The synopsis: “There she sat, alone in the park.” After a rough school year filled with rumours and glares, Liam gave up on socializing. Nothing brought him motivation apart from a few of his close friends until he met her. He wants to trust her, yet struggles with this newfound friendship. His life finally had meaning, which is threatened by his grim past. Now, he must face the challenge of not only the school’s influence but protecting the one thing left that gives him a purpose. Will he be able to prevail? You can listen to my interview with Tommy Fequet, by clicking on the sound file below (click on the speaker icon next to the sound file and a media player will open up to hear the interview). Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist
 LOCAL NEWS - JULY 29, 2021: BLANC-SABLON – The language debate heats up as Quebec's Bill 96 and Ottawa's Bill C-32 draws opposition from the new Task Force on Linguistic Policy CFBS was speaking with Colin Standish, a constitutional law scholar, about Quebec’s language reform legislation Bill 96, and Ottawa’s Bill C-32 reforming the Official Languages Act, as well as the new task force that has been created to oppose the language law reforms. Quebec anglophone rights groups say they will be extremely under-represented at the hearings this fall for Bill 96. In a recent press release from the new Task Force on Linguistic Policy, only three groups tasked with representing the approximately 1.2 million English-speaking Quebecers were among those invited, despite substantial opposition to Bill 96 and the proposed federal constitutional amendment. They recommend that Quebecers concerned with Bill 96 voice their concerns by emailing their MNAs and M. Olivier Champagne, the Bill 96 Committee Clerk, at cce@assnat.qc.ca. You can checkout the website of the Task Force on Linguistic Policy by clicking here, to make a donation to aid the Task Force on Linguistic Policy on stopping bills 96 and C-32, you can click here. You can listen to my interview with Colin Standish by clicking on the sound files below (click on the speaker icon next to the sound file and a media player will open up to hear the interview). Abbygail Wellman CFBS Journalist
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