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Alison Brunette
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Host, CBC Breakaway, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)
Sherbrooke
Beats
Breaking news, investing, technology
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By Joe Bongiorno, Alison Brunette Verified| CBC Montreal Verified From her hospital bed in Sherbrooke, Que., Lina Courtois visualizes her artistic swimming routine. She points her toes and extends her limbs, imagining herself in the pool. It's Tuesday, the day of the week the 72-year-old pauses her training to receive chemotherapy. The treatment leaves her drained, but she doesn't want to miss a beat. Battling cancer, she still focuses on shattering her own records, one stroke at a time.
By Alison Brunette Verified| CBC Montreal Verified Sherbrooke's Granada Theatre sold off all of its 1929 wooden seats this month. All, that is, except for the one favoured by its in-house ghost. The Granada Theatre in Sherbrooke, Que., sold 200 balcony seats to the public this month ahead of its 90th anniversary. (Alison Brunette/CBC)Their wood may be faded, and the upholstery worn out, but that didn't hurt demand for the nearly 90-year-old seats of Sherbrooke's Granada Theatre.
By Joe Bongiorno, Alison Brunette Verified| CBC Montreal Verified From her hospital bed in Sherbrooke, Que., Lina Courtois visualizes her artistic swimming routine. She points her toes and extends her limbs, imagining herself in the pool. It's Tuesday, the day of the week the 72-year-old pauses her training to receive chemotherapy. The treatment leaves her drained, but she doesn't want to miss a beat. Battling cancer, she still focuses on shattering her own records, one stroke at a time.
Company Info
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)
The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), also known as Radio-Canada in French, is Canada's national public broadcaster. Established in 1936, it provides a wide range of broadcasting services across radio, television, and online platforms. The CBC aims to deliver Canadian content and counter the influence of American programming. CBC operates several radio networks, including CBC Radio One and CBC Music, and launched CBC Listen in 2019 to integrate its radio, music, and podcast offerings. Its television services include a variety of programming such as news, dramas, comedies, and documentaries, with a dedicated documentary channel for feature-length films. CBC News is one of the largest news operations in Canada, providing comprehensive news coverage across multiple platforms. The CBC also maintains websites for English and French content, offering access to news and programs. Its content includes documentaries, music channels, and a diverse range of podcasts. As a public service broadcaster funded by the Canadian government, CBC's services are available to the general public across Canada.
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