Since 2011, Sodes has been collaborating on the project
Mon fleuve et moi
project of the Monique-Fitz-Back Foundation, which aims to bring young people closer to the St. Lawrence River, informing them and raising their awareness of the issues surrounding its protection, enhancement and development. Through an educational kit on themes related to the St. Lawrence, including the economy, and an annual drawing contest, elementary, high school and college students are invited to reflect on the river’s issues and future. Since the Mon fleuve et moi project began in 2011, the drawing contest has gone from strength to strength.
2017-2018 Edition
Theme: illustrate your dream activity related to the St. Lawrence River
- Participation of 1,548 young people aged 4 to 20
- 56 participating schools
- 13 administrative regions represented
The murals of the 50 finalist and winning designs will be installed this summer on 11 ferries across the province, at the Aquarium du Québec and at L’Anse-Tibbits park in Lévis.
Among the most popular illustrated dreams: whale watching, scuba diving, fishing, piloting a ship, maritime professions, cruises and water sports such as kayaking or kitesurfing. The Foundation will make the dreams of around five young people come true.
Virtual gallery of the 50 finalist and winning designs
2016-2017 Edition
- Participation of around 5,100 young people (3,533 in 2015-2016)
- 96 participating schools (65 in 2015-2016)
- 14 administrative regions represented (10 in 2015-2016)
Virtual gallery of the 50 finalist and winning designs
