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The school component starts at Claude-Robillard!
The school component of the 43rd Défi sportif AlterGo continued this Monday. All day Monday, the Claude-Robillard Sports Complex bustled with activity, as nearly 700 young people competed in 7 different sports disciplines. Our spokespersons Meeker Guerrier and...
A significant milestone for women’s sport
On Sunday, a truly historic moment unfolded at the Défi sportif AlterGo, when the Western Lights became the first-ever gold medallists at the inaugural Women’s Wheelchair Rugby National Championship. For the entire weekend, the three teams competing in the...
Para hockey: A parent’s perspective on inclusion, community, and pursuing one’s passion
The sport of para hockey is on the Défi sportif AlterGo’s schedule every year. And that’s a very good thing, because it allows young athletes with disabilities to fulfill their dreams of playing hockey. Such is the case for our athlete ambassador Éloic Constantineau,...
Boccia competitions and a landmark moment
Day 2 of the 43rd Défi sportif AlterGo featured the school component’s boccia competitions, as well as the opening matches of the national boccia tournament, being held once again at the Maurice-Richard Arena. Additionally, the day marked a historic milestone in the...
A 21-year volunteer—at the age of 28
It’s no secret that the Défi sportif AlterGo has incredible volunteers. This year, more than 1,200 of them are stepping up to ensure the event is a success and, above all, to make sure the athletes have the best competitive sports experiences possible. One of the...
Under radiant skies, a spirited mini-marathon launches the 43rd Défi sportif AlterGo
And we’re off! The 43rd Défi sportif AlterGo is underway! The ever-popular mini-marathon marked the start of the event today, returning to Jarry Park after a one-year hiatus due to construction. A race for everyone, under the shining sun This...
Our Athlete Ambassadors in Action at the Défi sportif AlterGo!
The 43rd Défi sportif AlterGo starts today! This morning, more than 1,200 young athletes in the school component gathered at Jarry Park for the mini-marathon. Over the next 10 days, more than 6,000 athletes will push their limits as they compete in 15 different...
The 43rd Défi sportif AlterGo will bring together 6,000 athletes!
The countdown has begun! The 2026 edition of Canada's largest multisport event will kick off in less than two months. From April 23 to May 3, 2026, more than 6,000 athletes will compete in 15 sports at the 43rd Défi sportif AlterGo. These athletes of all ages and all...
The 42nd Défi Sportif AlterGo: A Great Success!
The 42nd Défi Sportif AlterGo, which came to a close on Sunday, May 4, was once again a big success. Canada’s largest multi-sport event brought together close to 6,000 athletes with disabilites of all types for 10 action-packed days of competition in 10 different...
