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Granfondo Garneau-Quebecor raises $61,000 to counter loneliness among the elderly

Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, December 20, 2018 – Thanks to the participation of the many riders of the 10th edition of the Granfondo Garneau-Quebecor that took place on August 12, 2018, Louis Garneau is proud to present a cheque for $61,000 to the Little Brothers, an organization committed to relieving isolation and loneliness among the elderly. Since its creation in 2009, all the profits of the event have been donated to the Little Brothers and to this day, over $600,000 have been raised.



Caroline Sauriol, general manager of the Little Brothers organization, was sincerely moved by the participants’ enthusiasm: “Every single one of their pedal strokes contribute to changing the lives of elders who have no one, one visit at a time, one smile at a time. The funds raised will allow the lonely elderly of the Quebec region to be part of a big, loving family and to enjoy precious summertime at the Paul-Garneau cabin. Thank you to everyone who participated, many thanks to all of them, and especially to the truly visionary Louis Garneau and his team for organizing this amazing event for our elders!”

“The 10th edition of the Granfondo Garneau-Quebecor was one of sunshine, warmth and smiles! We can once again say mission accomplished thanks to your generous sponsors, our indispensable volunteers and to our participants, whose loyalty to the cause remains unwavering year after year. Thanks to all of them, we are proud to present the Little Brothers with a cheque for $61,000 that will allow them to enjoy a wonderful holiday season and that will help bring support, human warmth and joy throughout the year. I invite you to sign up now for the 2019 Granfondo Garneau-Quebecor, which will take place on Sunday August 11, and remember that you will receive a charitable donation receipt for the admissible portion of your entry. I look forward to seeing you next August, and until them, I wish you all a very happy holiday season!” said Louis Garneau, the event organizer.

Registration is now open for the 2019 edition of the Granfondo Garneau-Quebecor! Places will be limited to 2,000.

Sign up online at quebecgranfondo.com or by phone at 418-878-2130.

Interested in getting involved for the cause of the lonely elderly? Contact the Little Brothers at 1-866-627-8653.