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Cision Canada
a day ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
2024-2025 Fiscal Year - Loto-Québec increases its contribution to the community thanks to excellent results Français
MONTRÉAL, June 4, 2025 /CNW/ - Loto-Québec posts an excellent performance at the close of fiscal 2024–2025. Its total revenues approached $3 billion, and its consolidated net income exceeded $1.5 billion—both up from the previous year. The corporation has crowned 109 new millionaires and paid out nearly 1.8 billion dollars to lottery winners. Change in net income over 10 years In millions of dollars QUOTES FROM THE PRESIDENT AND CEO "I'm truly proud of the results we've obtained thanks to our teams' remarkable work, especially since we achieved them in a global economic climate marked by uncertainty. And all of Québec benefits from these strong results," said Jean-François Bergeron. "We've continued upgrading our entertainment options, both land-based and online, whether by improving our product portfolio, which includes over 2,000 online games, leveraging a diversified event lineup, or enhancing our dining options. Our objective remains to better serve our customers, responsibly and legally." "By proudly fulfilling our mission, we make Québec win in several ways: by giving back to the community, supporting causes that bring us together and generating tangible spin-offs across all regions." HIGHLIGHTS IN FIGURES Loto-Québec generated higher total revenues and consolidated net income than in the previous fiscal year. It's an excellent performance, especially in an economic climate where discretionary spending is tightening. Once again, in addition to crowning several winners, Loto-Québec played a significant role in the community through its many economic and social contributions across all of Québec's regions. The 2024–2025 Annual Report [PDF – 5.1 MB, in French only] is available on Loto-Québec's website. The English version will be available later.
Cision Canada
2 days ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
Lotto Max - $20 million jackpot won in Québec Français
MONTRÉAL, June 4, 2025 /CNW/ - Last night's $20 million Lotto Max jackpot was won with a selection sold in Québec. The draw results are posted on Loto-Québec's website, About Loto-Québec Loto-Québec has been delivering entertainment to Quebecers for over 50 years, and its operations benefit Québec as a whole. The corporation has paid out over a billion dollars in prizes across Québec since the beginning of the year. Major prize winners are listed on the Winners page in the Lotteries section of Read their stories. The responsible commercialization of lottery and gaming products is central to Loto-Québec's operations. The corporation has been granted the highest internationally recognized certification in responsible gaming by the World Lottery Association.
Montreal Gazette
29-05-2025
- Business
- Montreal Gazette
Bugs piled up months before SAAQclic launch, auditor testifies
Quebec Politics A few months before the SAAQclic platform went live, bugs were piling up, according to a former internal auditor at the Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ), who predicted a launch similar to the 'Grands feux Loto-Québec' (Loto-Québec fireworks). Former auditor and IT specialist Vincent Poirier began his testimony Wednesday afternoon before the Gallant Commission, which is investigating the SAAQ's failures in its digital transformation. Poirier reported on the testing period that preceded the SAAQclic rollout in February 2023. During the summer and fall of 2022, more than 100 'critical' anomalies were detected daily. Development teams were resolving approximately 30 to 40 of these issues per day. Nevertheless, bugs were piling up, Poirier told Commissioner Denis Gallant. 'You have to understand that a lot of them were fixed and a lot of them were activated. The pool of unfixed anomalies, as I recall, was at least 1,200,' meaning 'unwanted behaviours that are detrimental to services,' Poirier explained. Despite persistent difficulties, the green light was given to launch 'production,' thus ending the testing period, said the man who is now a software architect at the Ministry of Public Security. When his boss in internal auditing asked him during this same period how the platform's deployment was shaping up, Poirier said he gave him this image: 'We're going to see the Great Loto-Québec Fireworks. It's going to explode everywhere.' 'All the elements led me to believe it wouldn't work. I couldn't say how bad it was,' said Poirier, who worked for a few months in the CASA project office, which includes SAAQclic, before joining the internal audit team from 2021 to 2024. The failed rollout of SAAQclic caused huge queues outside SAAQ branches. The government corporation's technological modernization project could cost at least $1.1 billion by 2027, $500 million more than expected, according to the auditor-general. In the field in the fall of 2022, Poirier recalled encountering IT workers who were 'exhausted' or even 'in tears' at the scale of the problems. Poirier's testimony is scheduled to continue Thursday morning. 'History proves us right' Earlier Wednesday, Poirier's former boss concluded his testimony before the commission. Daniel Pelletier, former director of internal audit at the SAAQ, proposed some possible solutions to improve the governance of the Crown corporation. One of his recommendations aims to reduce the many responsibilities under the Vice-President of Information Technology. At the time he held this position, Karl Malenfant was responsible for the CASA/SAAQclic IT project. He was also responsible for human resources, as well as material and real estate resources, following a reorganization in 2020. 'That's a lot of responsibilities in the hands of one person,' Pelletier said. Many of the tasks grouped under these roles are 'incompatible,' Pelletier emphasized. He said the responsibility of a major projects office, such as the one for the development of the SAAQclic platform, 'should be somewhat removed' from the VP of IT, and 'add a touch of independence.' The retired accountant also submitted a proposal about appointing members to the board of directors. Pelletier how some directors wouldn't listen to and were hostile toward internal auditors during the CASA project. 'The auditors, we were their eyes and ears on the field,' he said. 'As we speak, history is proving us right. To put it in baseball terms, we have a batting average of 1,000, which is no small feat. Why didn't the directors listen more? Why did we always have to fight to make our voices heard?' In previous testimony this week, Pelletier testified that, among other things, his audit team had raised several red flags with the board of directors regarding potential shortcomings and cost overruns before the launch of SAAQclic. Pelletier would like a 'much stricter' director appointment process, not one based solely on references. He also called for greater independence of the internal audit department from the SAAQ CEO. Pelletier suggested that the head of internal auditors report to the legal department rather than to senior management at the administrative level.
Cision Canada
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
From August 14 to 31 Loto-Quebec fait son Juste pour rire at the Hôtel-Casino de Charlevoix resort Français
LA MALBAIE, QC, May 21, 2025 /CNW/ - This summer, visitors of all ages are invited to the Hôtel-Casino de Charlevoix resort for Loto-Québec fait son Juste pour rire, a brand-new, completely free annual. Over three weekends, from August 14 to 31, comedy nights and various other activities will take place from Thursday to Sunday. The concept is similar to last year's hit formula, which drew large crowds. Loto-Québec and Just for Laughs also confirmed the event will return in the summer of 2026. Le Hangar: Laughter and surprises The one-of-a-kind cabaret-style performance venue will be at the heart of the festivities! Set against the scenic backdrop of the Hôtel-Casino de Charlevoix resort, Le Hangar is the perfect place to enjoy an evening of laughter, thanks to its one-of-a-kind look and lively ambiance. Each week, four free comedy nights will be featured from Thursday to Sunday at Le Hangar: Just for Laughs Comedy Club Night: The popular comedy club format is back on Thursdays and Fridays with several performers taking the stage. Mystery Show: Saturday evenings are full of suspense as the headlining comedian stays under wraps until showtime. Every evening is a surprise! Favourites Night: Popular comedians will take the spotlight and get the crowd laughing every Sunday evening. No secret here—the headliners will be revealed in the coming weeks. The full lineup and details are available on the Loto-Québec fait son Juste pour rire website. Activities and live entertainment starting at 4 p.m. The Loto-Québec fait son Juste pour rire site will come alive at 4 p.m. every evening of the event. Visitors can enjoy the shows on a giant screen under the stars or grab a bite from the food truck. Activities for the whole family will also be part of the lineup. Loto-Québec is proud to bring this unique event to the Hôtel-Casino de Charlevoix resort and invites everyone to join in starting August 14. Quotes "Loto-Québec has been a long-time partner of Just for Laughs. For over 15 years, we've been one of the key collaborators on events in Montréal and Quebec City. When the opportunity arose to create a tailor-made project for the Charlevoix region, it was only natural for us to team up with this trusted organization. We're thrilled to offer a top-quality entertainment experience to locals and tourists alike," said Benoit Lefrançois, Vice-President of Responsible Commercialization, Social Responsibility and Public Affairs at Loto-Québec. "Thanks to our partnership with Loto-Québec, we're proud to connect with the Charlevoix public and carry out our mission of making people around the world laugh with a rich, vibrant and diverse program," added Sylvain Parent-Bédard, CEO of Just for Entertainment "Loto-Québec is deeply committed to the region and proud to contribute to generating significant spin-offs for Charlevoix. At the Hôtel-Casino de Charlevoix resort, we couldn't be prouder to once again host a major event like this one. Last year's concept was met with enthusiasm. Let's come together again this August to enjoy the beautiful evenings and share some laughs," said Pierre Maltais, General Manager of Customer Experience at the Casino de Charlevoix and Salon de jeux de Québec.
Cision Canada
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
FIERTÉ MONTRÉAL LAUNCHES THE FESTIVAL's 19th EDITION, BIGGER & MORE INCLUSIVE THAN EVER! Français
Blossom here, now! MONTRÉAL, May 13, 2025 /CNW/ - In full bloom to celebrate the creativity and resilience of queer communities, Fierté Montréal Festival launches programming for its 19th edition, with an unprecedented scale of artistic and cultural offerings, mobilizing over 300 organizations committed to progress on 2SLGBTQIA+ rights in the face of rising hatred and oppression. Fierté Montréal Festival, presented by TD Bank Group in collaboration with Loto-Québec, will take place from July 31 to August 10 in venues gravitating around three hubs: Urban, Village, and Olympic. " Driven by a strong presence in the Place des Festivals and Olympic Park areas, this year we're putting special emphasis on the Village, where an enhanced program featuring local artists has been developed with a bouquet of copresenters. On all our stages –outdoor and indoor, as well as during dozens of community activities, the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities will shine and inspire us all," enthused Simon Gamache, Fierté Montréal Executive Director. The Pride Parade, celebrating queer life Under the theme "Blossom here, now!" the Pride Parade returns to René-Lévesque Boulevard on August 10 to celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and highlight advocacy demands. In the face of today's challenges, "Blossom here, now!" is an invitation asserting our right to grow, to fully shine, and to love freely; it's a celebration of our identities in a meadow where every struggle is a bud of hope. Chris Ngabonziza, Director of Programming and Artistic Development, mentioned: " For this 19th edition, we have gone further in our approach to inclusion and representation – continuing the work of the last three editions, and which shows through our three programming hubs. More than 250 artists, the vast majority of whom are from 2SLGBTQIA+ and racialized communities, will be at the heart of this edition. A programming that mirrors Montréal's diversity. We invite everyone – from here and elsewhere, to come and experience it with us." The Village Hub, revamped At the heart of The Village, the 2SLGBTQIA+ neighborhood, an ambitious and powerful program will unfurl. In collaboration with the M.A.D. Festival and the SDC Village, the first edition of the Rainbow Market will feature 2SLGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs, artists, craftspeople and designers in festive ephemeral spaces from August 1 to 3. The Dovato Stage, a nomadic stage that will roam the neighborhood throughout the Festival, will host up-and-coming queer and racialized artists, in collaboration with a series of artistic collectives and Village venues. The popular comedy evening at Le National, Des gags et des paillettes, presented by La Presse, returns in a double bill on August 5 and 6, hosted by the duo of Phil Lacroix and Yann Aspirot—alias Greg and Tom in the web series Mon Bro — accompanied by a troupe of local artists, including Coco Belliveau, Tranna Wintour and Magalie Saint-Vincent. Community Days, presented by Cogeco, will be back on August 8 and 9 on Sainte-Catherine Street East. They invite the public to discover some one hundred organizations and community groups, businesses, sports and socio-cultural clubs involved with the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. The Jardins Gamelin will also be decked out in Pride colors on July 31, August 1, 2 and 6, thanks to a collaboration with the Partenariat du Quartier des Spectacles. Fierté Littéraire returns with a series of events showcasing queer literary creation. The Festival closes with L'After T-Dance (August 10), presented by romeo's gin, at Sainte-Catherine Hall. The Urban Hub: diversity in downtown Montréal For the second year running, the Festival Fierté Montréal will bright up downtown. As the epicenter of Montréal cultural life, the Quartier des spectacles will host 2SLGBTQIA+ artists and their allies at the Loto-Québec Stage on the Esplanade Tranquille. A succession of free shows will feature Indigenous artists with Lumière des Nations, presented by Fugues, and trans artists with Transcendance (July 31); an evening dedicated to women of sexual diversity and gender plurality with FeminiX, presented by Rogers (August 1); a thumping tribute to nightlife culture and queer revolutions with Mundo Disko, presented by Merck (August 2); and signature ImmiX variety show, presented by ICI Musique, with beloved artists such as Lisa LeBlanc, Gabrielle Destroismaisons, Martine St-Clair, Calamine, Sofia Nolin and Lennikim, sharing the stage with up-and-coming artists (August 3). The Festival is back at Place des Arts for one hilarious night with Katherine Levac et invité•e•s : L'été de ma Fierté! (August 1). CinéQueer, a co-presentation with the National Film Board of Canada (NFB), will offer three days of screenings at the Alanis Obomsawin Theatre (August 4, 5, and 6), in collaboration with the Festival du Nouveau Cinéma and the image+nation Festival. An online component will be accessible throughout the Festival, in collaboration with image+nation. Nightlife lovers and party people of all stripes will be pleased to see well-known 2SLGBTQIA+ club nights will throw special Fierté Montréal 2025 editions. Watch out for more on the official after-parties hosted during the two Festival weekends; this year, a total of nine (9) different soirées are being thrown at Club Soda, the Satosphère, and the Espace SAT at the Société des arts technologiques. Olympic Hub: mainstage events As of August 7, the Olympic Park's Esplanade will host the large-scale free outdoor shows, attracting festival-goers numbered in the tens of thousands. The world's biggest free outdoor drag show, La Soirée 100% Drag, presented by Cabenuva, hosted by Barbada and Rita Baga, opens with a focus on local drag royalty and an array of drag performers from the RuPaul's Drag Race franchises. On August 8, the TD Stage lights up with DistinXion, presented by Novartis, a show devoted to seeing queer women take centre-stage more than anywhere else, with Fefe Dobson, Charlotte Day Wilson and G Flip. Xcellence, a celebration of 2SLGBTQIA+ racialized communities and their allies, features Iniko, Bilal Hassani and Ivy Queen (August 9). On August 10, the city's biggest dance floor becomes the much-anticipated Méga T-Dance, with major DJs such as Black Flamingo and Marti Frieson on the decks. Community Projects by and for 2SLGBTQIA+ people In 2025, over 30 projects by 2SLGBTQIA+ community organizations were awarded funding by Fierté Montréal and will take place between May 18 and August 10 in Montréal, but also in cities such as Rivière-du-Loup, Val-d'Or, Trois-Rivières, Trois-Pistoles, Saguenay, and Mont-Laurier. P rogramming with something for everyone Check out the diverse and embracing program of Fierté Montréal Festival on our website and get to know all the components of our 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. Pride in our partners / Flourishing thanks to our Partners Fierté Montréal would like to thank its loyal partners, as well as those who have recently joined us, without whom it would be impossible to continue the fight for full recognition of the rights of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities: TD Bank Group, partner since 2008, Loto-Québec, the Ville de Montréal, the Gouvernement du Québec, the Government of Canada, Tourisme Montréal, Cabenuva, Rogers, Trojan, SAQ, Air Canada, Bubly, Radio-Canada, stm, Merck, Loblaws, sans nom, Bud Light, Hydro-Québec, Dovato, Apretude, Fugues, MTL Dans la poche, Cogeco, La Presse, IN Magazine, CTV, Publicité Sauvage, Virgin Radio, Énergie, Rouge, Cult MTL, Le Devoir, Petit Futé, Québec Le Mag, Gay City News, the Société de développement et de mise en valeur du Parc Olympique, the Partenariat du Quartier des Spectacles, the SDC Village Montréal, the RÉMI, and Fierté Canada Pride. About Fierté Montréal Since 2007, Fierté Montréal has been amplifying the voices of the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities to ensure their social representation and inclusion, and to defend their rights. As vectors of social change, our festival, community initiatives and artistic/cultural projects celebrate the creativity and resilience of our communities. By listening to and collaborating with 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, we call attention to their struggles and realities on the level of both the general public and institutions. Fierté Montréal is based in Tio'tia:ke, on the unceded territory of the Kanien'kehá:ka Nation. We recognize them as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather. Tio'tia:ke is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations, and today, a diverse Indigenous population, as well as other peoples, reside here. It is with respect for connections to the past, present, and future that we recognize the ongoing relationships between Indigenous Peoples and the Montréal community at large.
