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CTV News
4 days ago
- Health
- CTV News
Montreal high school students do thousands of chin-ups to inspire, uplift each other
It was a great feat for students at Options and Venture high schools in Montreal: 20,000 chin-ups together. (Christine Long/CTV News) It was a great feat for students at Options and Venture high schools in Montreal: 20,000 chin-ups together. Their motto: 'All go, no quit,' could he heard echoing from the gym, where they've been doing chin-ups for weeks, taking turns on the bar with classmates and new friends. 'It feels good. It's like a sense of community, not doing it by yourself,' said Ryan Baki, an Options student. 'There are other people helping you, cheering you on.' It's a leadership class project challenge dedicated to the students' families, with each classmate writing a letter to the person they are thinking of as they pull their body weight up. 'I'm doing chin-ups for a family member who's struggling with addiction, and I hope this encourages them to keep their chin up during their hardest battles,' said Olivia Clark–Gauthier, a Grade 10 student. 'I'm doing this for my mother,' adds Marley Angutiqjuaq, a Grade 9 student. 'She's dealing with a lot right now. Depression, divorce and grief.' The message is 'stay strong,' according to event co-organizer and teacher Jason Gannon. 'Do not give up, to not have their head down just because they might be down right now, but to keep that chin up,' he said. Every year, the leadership project tests students' resilience in meaningful ways. 'To challenge themselves in ways that they probably wouldn't have even thought of had they not come here and been put through rigorous academic and physical challenges,' explained teacher and co-organizer James Bray. The aim of the activity is to teach and inspire mutual greatness. One of the students, Olive Justicia-Acosta, says she went from not being able to do one pull-up to being 'the chin-up champ.' She just got accepted into Dawson College. 'In the future, I won't be as hesitant to take on difficult challenges,' said Justicia-Acosta. It's a powerful feeling for teenagers who are making their way forward in school and life. 'Their energy, their emotions, their empathy has an outlet, and they're proud to tell that person that they're thinking about, about what they've done in honour of them,' said Gannon.
Metro
16-05-2025
- Business
- Metro
What is DAMAC? The new Chelsea shirt sponsor explained
Chelsea have secured a new sponsor for the front of their shirts after reaching an agreement with DAMAC Properties. The Premier League side have been without a front sponsor on their outfield shirts since their three-year £120 million deal with telecommunications company Three ended in 2023. Last month, DAMAC agreed a 'long-term global partnership' with Chelsea to become the club's official property development partner. As part of their agreement, DAMAC will feature on the front of Chelsea men's and women's shirts for the rest of the campaign. The shirts with the new DAMAC front sponsor made their debut in Chelsea's Conference League semi-final tie against Djurgarden earlier this month. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link we'll send you so we can get football news tailored to you. They were also worn for Chelsea's Premier League games against Liverpool and Newcastle United, while they will be on display in their two remaining league matches against Manchester United and Nottingham Forest, as well as their Conference League final against Real Betis on May 28. Meanwhile, Chelsea wore the club's new DAMAC sponsor while celebrating their Women's Super League title success at Stamford Bridge last weekend. DAMAC Properties is a Dubai-based property development company which was founded in 2002. The company has been responsible for several multi-million pound projects in Dubai, including DAMAC Hills – an exclusive gated community with villas, townhouses, apartments and a championship golf course. DAMAC were also responsible for building DAMAC Heights, a 335 metre-tall, 88-floor luxury residential tower in Dubai Marina which overlooks Palm Jumeirah. More Trending DAMAC Tower Nine Elms in London is also one of London's tallest residential buildings, standing at 170 metres high with 50 floors. Following their sponsorship agreement, Chelsea have announced the launch of 'Chelsea Residences by DAMAC', a project that will consist of over 1,400 residential properties which will be built in Dubai's newest beachfront address, Maritime City. Jason Gannon, Chelsea's president and COO, said: 'DAMAC are world renowned in building luxury properties, and we are thrilled to be working with the industry leader to bring to market a first-of-its-kind branded Chelsea FC residence in Dubai. 'With the club located in the heart of London, the collaboration will bring Chelsea to life in Dubai, support our continued growth on the global stage. We can't wait to see Chelsea Residences take its place in the Dubai skyline.' For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Antonee Robinson injury update ahead of Brentford vs Fulham MORE: The rule Everton fans are allowed to break at final Goodison Park game MORE: Eddie Howe confirms two big injury concerns for Newcastle ahead of Arsenal clash
Metro
01-05-2025
- Business
- Metro
Who are Chelsea's new shirt sponsor DAMAC?
Chelsea have finally secured a new sponsor for the front of their shirts after reaching an agreement with DAMAC Properties. The Premier League side have been without a front sponsor on their outfield shirts since their three-year £120 million deal with telecommunications company Three ended in 2023. DAMAC have now agreed a 'long-term global partnership' with Chelsea to become the club's official property development partner. As part of their agreement, DAMAC will feature on the front of Chelsea men's and women's shirts for the rest of the season. The shirts with the new DAMAC front sponsor will make their debut in Chelsea's Conference League semi-final tie against Djurgarden on Thursday night. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link we'll send you so we can get football news tailored to you. They will also be worn in Chelsea's four remaining Premier League matches against Liverpool, Newcastle United, Manchester United and Nottingham Forest. DAMAC Properties is a Dubai-based property development company which was founded in 2002. The company has been responsible for several multi-million pound projects in Dubai, including DAMAC Hills – an exclusive gated community with villas, townhouses, apartments and a championship golf course. DAMAC were also responsible for building DAMAC Heights, a 335 metre-tall, 88-floor luxury residential tower in Dubai Marina which overlooks Palm Jumeirah. More Trending DAMAC Tower Nine Elms in London is also one of London's tallest residential buildings, standing at 170 metres high with 50 floors. Following their sponsorship agreement, Chelsea have announced the launch of 'Chelsea Residences by DAMAC', a project that will consist of over 1,400 residential properties which will be built in Dubai's newest beachfront address, Maritime City. Jason Gannon, Chelsea's president and COO, said: 'DAMAC are world renowned in building luxury properties, and we are thrilled to be working with the industry leader to bring to market a first-of-its-kind branded Chelsea FC residence in Dubai. 'With the club located in the heart of London, the collaboration will bring Chelsea to life in Dubai, support our continued growth on the global stage. We can't wait to see Chelsea Residences take its place in the Dubai skyline.' For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Arsenal vs Bournemouth: Latest team news, predicted lineups and injuries MORE: Mikel Arteta told to strip Martin Odegaard of Arsenal captaincy and replacement named MORE: Chelsea 'dream' transfer target who'd cost £49m revealed ahead of summer window
Campaign ME
01-05-2025
- Business
- Campaign ME
Why is Dubai's DAMAC brand featuring on Chelsea FC shirts for the 24/25 season?
Dubai-headquartered real estate developer DAMAC Properties has revealed a long-term global partnership with Chelsea Football Club. As part of the partnership, ultra-modern football-themed branded residences called Chelsea Residences by DAMAC are being designed and launched in partnership with Chelsea FC in Dubai. To celebrate the launch of the first-ever Chelsea football club branded residences, DAMAC Properties will feature on Chelsea FC men's and women's shirts for the remainder of the 24/25 season, with its debut at the men's UEFA Conference league semi-final fixture against Djurgården this Thursday, May 1, 2025. Amira Sajwani, Managing Director of Sales and Development of DAMAC Properties, said, 'This launch marks the first of an elite collection that celebrates not just the passion of Chelsea FC but its enduring legacy, innovative spirit and relentless pursuit of excellence. This initiative goes beyond celebrating the beautiful game; it sets a new benchmark for those who expect nothing less than the exceptional, every time.' The new development will be built with Chelsea Football Club's famous brand woven into the fabric, from its concierge service to its high-performance spaces. The branded residences will aim to reflect the very best of Chelsea FC both in terms of high-end style, commitment to excellence and vision for the future. Jason Gannon, President and COO of Chelsea Football Club, said, 'DAMAC are world renowned in building luxury properties, and we are thrilled to be working with the industry leader to bring to market a first of its kind branded Chelsea FC residence in Dubai.' Gannon added, 'With the club located in the heart of London, the collaboration will bring Chelsea to life in Dubai, supporting our continued growth on the global stage. We can't wait to see Chelsea Residences take its place in the Dubai skyline.' Located in Dubai's newest beachfront address, Maritime City, Chelsea Residences by DAMAC is a unique project that will consist of more than 1,400 residential units. Each residence will have incredible seafront views along with access to the exclusive Chelsea-branded amenities that place health, fitness and wellbeing at the heart of its offering.
Web Release
01-05-2025
- Business
- Web Release
Chelsea Football Club announces new global partnership with DAMAC Properties
By Editor_wr On May 1, 2025 Chelsea Football Club has today announced a new, long-term global partnership with Dubai-headquartered DAMAC Properties, which has been at the forefront of the Middle East's luxury real estate market. In addition, an ultra-modern development, Chelsea Residences by DAMAC, is being designed and launched in partnership with Chelsea FC in Dubai, slated to be the first of its kind football-themed branded residences. The new development will be built with Chelsea Football Club's famous brand woven into the fabric, from its concierge service to its high-performance spaces. It will reflect the very best of Chelsea FC both in terms of high-end style, commitment to excellence and vision for the future. To showcase this groundbreaking, global partnership and celebrate the launch of the first-ever Chelsea football club branded residences, DAMAC Properties will feature on Chelsea FC men's and women's shirts for the remainder of the 24/25 season, with its debut at the men's UEFA Conference league semi-final fixture against Djurgården this Thursday 1st May. Amira Sajwani, Managing Director of Sales & Development of DAMAC Properties said: 'This launch marks the first of an elite collection that celebrates not just the passion of Chelsea FC but its enduring legacy, innovative spirit and relentless pursuit of excellence. This initiative goes beyond celebrating the beautiful game; it sets a new benchmark for those who expect nothing less than the exceptional, every time.' Jason Gannon, President and COO of Chelsea Football Club said: 'DAMAC are world renowned in building luxury properties, and we are thrilled to be working with the industry leader to bring to market a first of its kind branded Chelsea FC residence in Dubai. With the club located in the heart of London, the collaboration will bring Chelsea to life in Dubai, supporting our continued growth on the global stage. We can't wait to see Chelsea Residences take its place in the Dubai skyline.' Located in Dubai's newest beachfront address, Maritime City, Chelsea Residences by DAMAC is a unique project that will consist of 1,400+ residential units. Each residence will have incredible seafront views along with access to the exclusive Chelsea-branded amenities that place health, fitness and wellbeing at the heart of its offering. Comments are closed.
