Podcast and Audio Capsules

ALLÔ MAILLARDVILLE PODCAST

Allô Maillardville, Maillardville' monthly Francophone and francophile podcast

Listen to the Francophone and Francophile community of Coquitlam and its region vibrate through various interviews and capsules (nature, sports, cultural news, discoveries, gastronomy...). Every month, our intergenerational and multicultural team of volunteers gathers around the microphone to share with you new experiences and news in the region and its surroundings.

The main objective of this project is the realization of a community podcast that relies on the participation of our members involved in all stages, from conception to final broadcast.

The Société francophone de Maillardville thanks the Government of Canada (New Horizons for Seniors Program) and Radio Victoria for supporting this community project.

E39 - Novembre en chroniques: activités, glace sèche, Madame Croteau, Jour des défunts, musique | Novembre 2025

Allô Maillardville, November 2025 podcast

November is packed with new initiatives.

Due to high demand, the Société francophone de Maillardville is launching an online French course starting November 19, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Reserve your spot now.

Also save the third Friday of the month for our Franco 5 à 7 on November 21.

Petits Matins is back on November 12 and 26. Please RSVP soon.

We are pleased to collaborate with Food Link to support people experiencing food insecurity. Visit maillardville.com for more information.

 

On to the segments.

Éric Tremblay presents a science segment on dry ice.

Johanne Dumas takes us through history with Madame Croteau.

Benoît Brisson shares a culinary segment around the Day of the Dead.

Kasra Tarighi presents “The Music That Saves Us.”

To close, Alexandre brings the November culture segment.

Thank you to all our listeners for tuning in.

Allô Maillardville is a podcast produced by the Société francophone de Maillardville, in collaboration with Web Ouest, and created with the participation of our full team of contributors.

A big thank you as well to Kasra Tarighi for composing the musical interludes.

To listen again, get involved, or discover all our updates, visit maillardville.com.

See you in December for a new episode of Allô Maillardville.

 

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Allô Maillardville, balado de novembre 2025.

Le mois de novembre est bien rempli, avec de nouvelles initiatives.

En raison de la forte demande, la Société francophone de Maillardville lance un cours de français en ligne qui débute le 19 novembre, de 19 h à 20 h 30. Réservez votre place dès maintenant.

Réservez aussi le troisième vendredi du mois pour notre 5 à 7 Franco, le 21 novembre.

Les Petits Matins sont de retour les 12 et 26 novembre. Merci de confirmer votre présence rapidement.

Nous sommes heureux de collaborer avec Food Link afin de soutenir les personnes vivant une insécurité alimentaire visitez Maillardville.com pour plus d'information.

Place aux chroniques. 

Éric Tremblay présente une capsule scientifique sur la glace sèche.

Madame Johanne Dumas nous entraîne dans l’histoire avec Madame Croteau.

Benoît Brisson signe une chronique culinaire autour du Jour des défunts.

Kasra Tarighi partage « La musique qui nous sauve ».

Et pour conclure, Alexandre présente la chronique culturelle du mois de novembre.

 

Merci à tous nos auditeurs d’avoir été des nôtres!

Allô Maillardville est un balado produit par la Société francophone de Maillardville, en collaboration avec Web Ouest, et réalisé avec la participation de toute l’équipe de chroniqueurs.

Un grand merci également à Kasra Tarighi pour la composition des pauses musicales.

Pour réécouter l’épisode, vous impliquer ou découvrir toute l’actualité de la Société, visitez 👉 maillardville.com

On se retrouve en décembre pour un nouvel épisode d’Allô Maillardville!

 

L'équipe de La Société Francophone de Maillardville ♡

E38 - Âllo Maillardville - Événements, histoire, science et des moments à partager | Octobre 2025

Do you know everything happening at the Société francophone de Maillardville in October 2025 ?

Dive into a new episode of Allô Maillardville, your community podcast hosted by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre and her team of contributors, in collaboration with Web Ouest.

 

📅 Here are the key dates to remember for upcoming activities at the Société francophone de Maillardville:

• the Friendship Tea for Seniors on October 16 ;

• the Franco 5-à-7 on Friday, October 17 — a friendly networking evening, the perfect opportunity to meet friends, connect, and grow your community circle ;

• Les Petits Matins on Wednesday, October 22, from 10 a.m. to noon, an activity for children aged 0 to 5 and their moms, organized in collaboration with the Fédération des parents francophones de la Colombie-Britannique ;

• and the Self-Defense Workshop for Réseau Femmes members on Saturday, October 25 at 3:30 p.m., at the Centre de la Société francophone de Maillardville.

🗣️ French classes have also started!

It’s not too late to join — come learn and practice French in a warm, friendly environment.

🎙️ This month’s segments

• Science Segment : our Prof Aqua, Éric Tremblay, explores the fascinating world of optical effects.

• Historical Chronicle : Johanne Dumas takes us through the stories of Maillardville’s historical figures.

• Culinary Chronicle : Benoît Brisson shares his love of Thai cuisine.

• Wellness Segment : Kasra Tariri discusses mental well-being practices.

• Cultural Chronicle : Alexandre Fraybin shares his October cultural favourites.

Thank you to all our listeners for tuning in!

Allô Maillardville is produced by the Société francophone de Maillardville, in collaboration with Web Ouest, and created with the participation of the full team of contributors.

Special thanks to Kasra Tariri for composing the musical interludes.

Listen again, get involved, or discover everything happening at the Société by visiting 👉 maillardville.com

See you in November for the next episode of Allô Maillardville!

 

 

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Savez-vous tout ce qui se passe à la Société francophone de Maillardville en octobre 2025 ?

Plongez dans un nouvel épisode d’Allô Maillardville, votre balado communautaire animé par Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre et son équipe de chroniqueurs, en collaboration avec Web Ouest.

📅 Voici les dates à retenir pour les activités à la Société francophone de Maillardville :

• le thé de l’amitié pour les aînés le 16 octobre ;

• le 5 à 7 franco le vendredi 17 octobre, une soirée de rencontres conviviales et de réseautage, idéale pour venir rencontrer des amis, échanger et agrandir votre cercle communautaire ;

• Les Petits Matins le mercredi 22 octobre de 10 h à midi, une activité pour les enfants de 0 à 5 ans et leurs mamans, organisée en collaboration avec la Fédération des parents francophones de la Colombie-Britannique ;

• et l’activité d’autodéfense pour les membres de Réseau-Femmes le samedi 25 octobre à 15 h 30, au Centre de la Société francophone de Maillardville.

🗣️ Les cours de français sont également commencés !

Il est encore temps de vous inscrire et de vous joindre à nous pour pratiquer et apprendre dans une ambiance conviviale et francophone.

🎙️ Les chroniques du mois

• Capsule scientifique : notre prof aqua, Éric Tremblay, nous fait découvrir le monde fascinant des effets optiques.

• Chronique historique : Johanne Dumas nous replonge dans la vie des personnages marquants de Maillardville.

• Chronique culinaire : Benoît Brisson nous emmène en voyage gustatif avec la cuisine thaïlandaise.

• Chronique bien-être : Kasra Tariri partage des conseils sur les pratiques d’hygiène mentale.

• Chronique culturelle : Alexandre Fraybin nous présente ses coups de cœur culturels du mois d’octobre.

Merci à tous nos auditeurs d’avoir été des nôtres !

Allô Maillardville est un balado produit par la Société francophone de Maillardville, en collaboration avec Web Ouest, et réalisé avec la participation de toute l’équipe de chroniqueurs.

Un grand merci également à Kasra Tariri pour la composition des pauses musicales.

Pour réécouter l’épisode, vous impliquer ou découvrir toute l’actualité de la Société, visitez 👉 maillardville.com

On se retrouve en novembre pour un nouvel épisode d’Allô Maillardville !

Merci de nous écouter / Thank you for listening!

L'équipe de La Société Francophone de Maillardville ♡

E37: Maillardville in Celebration, Science, History, and Events | September 2025

We are back after a beautiful summer and are excited to kick off a new season of our community podcast!

In this September episode, we talk about the fall French classes (registration opens September 2, classes start September 29) and the celebration of Maillardville’s 116th anniversary on September 26 with a festive 5-à-7 at the Société Francophone de Maillardville.

Geneviève and her team bring you:

Éric with his science segment on space shuttles

Johanne with her historical column about Maillardville in the 1950s to 1970s

Benoît with his special lunch-box-themed culinary column

Kasra with his tips for mental well-being

Alexandre with his September 2025 cultural column

Thank you to our listeners for staying loyal!

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Éric Tremblay & Pooja Parsan in collaboration with WebOuest. Coordinated by Pooja Parsan. Edited by WebOuest. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode Thirty-Six : pH, summer heat, gourmet hot dogs, and summer cultural activities

Your podcast team is back for the July 2025 episode!

In this new episode, discover:

  • SFM news with Pooja Parsan.
  • A scientific column on pH with Éric Tremblay.
  • A culinary column on hot dogs with Benoît Brisson.
  • A column on summer heat with Kasra Tarighi.
  • A column on summer cultural activities with Alexandre Fraybin and Pooja Parsan.

Enjoy listening!

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Éric Tremblay & Pooja Parsan in collaboration with WebOuest. Coordinated by Pooja Parsan. Edited by WebOuest. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode Thirty-Five : Summer Solstice, Eco-responsible Gastronomy, Air Science, History and Francophonie

Your podcast team is back for the June 2025 episode!

In this new episode, discover:

  • SFM news with Pooja Parsan.
  • An interview with the Executive Director of the Office of Francophone and Francophile Affairs of SFU, Mr. Gino LeBlanc, conducted by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre during the 3rd Summit on Language Transmission.
  • A column on the history of Maillardville with Joanne Dumas.
  • A column on science of air with Éric Tremblay.
  • A column on eco-responsible gastronomy with Benoît Brisson.
  • A column on summer solstice with Kasra Tarighi.

Enjoy listening!

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Éric Tremblay & Pooja Parsan in collaboration with WebOuest. Coordinated by Pooja Parsan. Edited by WebOuest. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode Thirty-Four : History, Science, Sushi, Francophonie, Mental Health, and Monthly Highlights !

Your podcast team is back for the May 2025 episode! 

In this new episode, discover:

  • SFM news with Pooja Parsan.
  • An interview with Dr. Marie-Eve Bouchard, conducted by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre during the 3rd Summit on Language Transmission.
  • A column on the history of Maillardville with Joanne Dumas.
  • A scientific column on Jean Bernard Léon Foucault with Éric Tremblay.
  • A culinary column on sushi with Benoît Brisson.
  • A column on Mental Health Month with Kasra Tarighi.
  • The highlights of May with Alexandre Fraybin.

Enjoy listening!

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Éric Tremblay & Pooja Parsan in collaboration with WebOuest. Coordinated by Pooja Parsan. Edited by WebOuest. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode Thirty-Three : Language Transmission, Fascinating Science, Poutine, April Fool's Day and Culture !

Your podcast team is back for the April 2025 episode! 

In this new episode, discover:

  • SFM news with Pooja Parsan.
  • An interview with Dr. Stéphanie Chouinard, conducted by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre during the 3rd Summit on Language Transmission.
  • A scientific column on Nikola Tesla with Éric Tremblay.
  • A culinary column on poutine with Benoît Brisson.
  • A column on April Fool's Day with Kasra Tarighi.
  • April's cultural activities with Alexandre Fraybin and Pooja Parsan.

Enjoy listening!

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Éric Tremblay & Pooja Parsan in collaboration with WebOuest. Coordinated by Pooja Parsan. Edited by WebOuest. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode Thirty-Two : Special Festival du Bois 2025!

Your podcast team is back for the March episode - Special Festival du Bois 2025!

Geneviève invites you to immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere and experience the festival's highlights through numerous exclusive interviews with artists, festival-goers, elected officials, exhibitors, and volunteers. On the program:

  • Interviews with MP Peter Julian, MP Bonita Zarrillo, MLA Jennifer Blatherwick, MP Ron McKinnon, Mayor Richard Stewart and Councillor Matt Djonlic.
  • An interview with phenomenal artist, LeFLOFRANCO.
  • Conversations with numerous exhibitors, vendors, partner associations, and volunteers at the festival.
  • An interview with Mrs. Joanne Dumas, Director of Artistic Programming for the 36th edition.
  • Exclusive snapshots of concert moments at the festival, including performances by the great Yves Lambert et Le Grand Orchestre.

Enjoy listening!

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Éric Tremblay & Pooja Parsan in collaboration with Tri-Cities Community TV and WebOuest. Coordinated by Pooja Parsan. Edited by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode Thirty-One : Water Science, Gardening, Yoga, Gastronomy & Cultural News!

Your podcast team is back for the February 2025 episode!

In this new episode, discover:

  • SFM news with Pooja Parsan.
  • An interview on gardening with our guest, Madeleine Paulhus, conducted by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre.
  • Scientific chronicle on water with Éric Tremblay.
  • Chronicle on chair yoga with Joanne Dumas.
  • Culinary column on spaghetti sauce with Benoît Brisson.
  • Cultural activities for the month of February with Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre.

Enjoy listening!

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Éric Tremblay & Pooja Parsan. Coordinated by Pooja Parsan. Edited by WebOuest. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode Thirty : Chinese New Year, Fun Science, Health & Cultural Activities!

Your podcast team is back for the January 2025 episode!

In this new episode, discover:

  • SFM news with Pooja Parsan.
  • A Francophone Portrait interview conducted by Joanne Dumas with Marie-Claude Fadous, Clinic Manager of the new Francophone Community Health Center, SantéOuest.
  • Fascinating scientific column with Éric Tremblay.
  • Column to celebrate the Chinese New Year with Benoît Brisson.
  • Cultural activities for the month of January with Alexandre Fraybin.

Enjoy listening and Happy New Year!

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Éric Tremblay & Pooja Parsan. Coordinated by Pooja Parsan. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode Twenty-Nine : Summer Holidays, Tasty Recipes & Poetry !

That's it, it's the start of the summer vacation!

For the occasion, discover the good little plans and activities for the month of July with our team of Volunteer Columnists. In the program:

  • SFM news with Pooja.
  • Two tasty summer recipes with Benoît.
  • A captivating poetic moment with Yannick.
  • A special and nostalgic column on best vacation memories with Pooja, Benoît and Geneviève.

Enjoy Listening!

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Yannick Oho Bambe & Pooja Parsan. Coordinated by Jean-Pierre Charland. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode Twenty-Eight : Gastronomy, Father's Day, Quiz & Cultural Activities in June

Do you want to discover the beautiful surprises that await you during the month of June?

In this brand new episode, our team of volunteer columnists share with you the best events not to be missed. In the program:

  • SFM news with Pooja.
  • A summer culinary column with Benoît.
  • Beautiful poetry (Father's Day special) with Yannick.
  • A quiz on spices and herbs with Kasra.
  • Cultural activities for the month of June with with Benoît and Marcos.

Enjoy Listening!

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Pooja Parsan. Coordinated by Jean-Pierre Charland. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode Twenty-Seven : Victoria Day, Mother's Day & Cultural Activities!

The May episode is now available.

In this new episode, discover:

  • SFM news with Benoît.
  • The story behind May 20 celebration (Victoria Day) with Alexandre.
  • A chronicle on Mother's Day with Kasra and Benoît.
  • Cultural activities for the month of May with Geneviève.

Enjoy Listening!

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo. Coordinated by Jean-Pierre Charland. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode Twenty-Six : "Francophonie", Spring and Poetry!

The April episode is now available.

In this new episode, discover:

  • SFM news with Benoît.
  • A "Portrait Francophone" interview conducted by Geneviève with Julie Landry, journalist at Radio Canada.
  • A story to celebrate the spring season and Earth Day with Benoît.
  • Beautiful poetry with Yannick.
  • Cultural activities for the month of April with Alexandre.

Enjoy Listening!

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo. Coordinated by Jean-Pierre Charland. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode Twenty-Five : Special Festival du Bois 2024!

The new March episode - Special Festival du Bois of the podcast is now available.

In this episode, discover an interview with Chantal Fadous, Regional Advisor for the Fraser Valley on occasion of International Women's Rights Day.

Then, Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre shall take you to visit the captivating moments of the festival. Discover the artists, artisans, workshops, activities, concerts, the Métis village, French-Canadian cuisine and volunteers through numerous exclusive interviews with:

  • Gabriel Dubreuil of Collage Trad
  • Chef Enrick from the Traditional Kitchen
  • Hajer Ben Ajroudi from Fédération des Francophones de la CB (FFCB)
  • Gilbert Desaulnier of Mariner Brewing
  • Pooja Parsan (SFM Team) from the Volunteers' Tent
  • Karine Leblanc from the Acadian Table
  • Zachary Richard, American singer-songwriter and poet

Enjoy Listening!

 

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo. Coordinated by Jean-Pierre Charland. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode Twenty-Four : Poetry, Food, History, Iranian Celebration & Black History Month, News of February 2024!

The new February episode of the podcast is now available.

In this episode, discover the news from the Francophone Society of Maillardville with Jean-Pierre.

Meet our new columnist Yannick Oho Bambé, who will share some poetry with you.

Then, Benoît shall present a culinary feature...(with Rokia Kone on Senegalese cuisine).

Alexandre shall then talk about the Black History Month.

Furthermore, discover the Iranian celebration (Chaharshanbe Suri) with Kasra.

Finally, stay with us till the end to learn more about the cultural activities of February with Marcos.

 

Enjoy Listening!

 

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo. Coordinated by Jean-Pierre Charland. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode Twenty-Three : New Year, History & Cultural Activities!

The January episode is now available.

In this new episode, discover:

  • SFM news with Jean-Pierre.
  • Benoît wishes you a Happy New Year and has a special invitation for you.
  • A chronicle on the history of Maillardville with Alexandre.
  • A chronicle on seasonal depression with Kasra.
  • Cultural activities for the month of January with Marcos.

Enjoy Listening!

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo. Coordinated by Jean-Pierre Charland. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode Twenty-One : Food Waste, Hygge & Coziness, Remembrance Day, News of November 2023!

The new November episode of the podcast is now available.

In this episode, discover the news from the Francophone Society of Maillardville with Haleh.

Then, delve into Benoît’s tips for reducing food waste in your daily life.

Alexandre then shares his cultural recommendations for the month of November.

Kasra presents a feature on the concept of Hygge and comfort.

Finally, Alexandre talks about Remembrance Day.

 

Enjoy Listening!

Links in this episode:

https://www.hopscotchfestival.com/

https://vimff.org/

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo. Coordinated by Haleh Imanpanah. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin & Haleh Imanpanah. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode Twenty : Safety Tips for Halloween, Gastronomic Journey to Greece, News of October 2023!

You are listening to the October episode!

 

In this episode Kasra knows some Halloween safety tips and wants to share them with you.

Also Geneviève talks to you about World Food Day

and next

Benoît does a segment entirely dedicated to Greek cuisine

Finally

Alex & Marcos share  the news of October in Great Vancouver with you.

Links to check out:

The BOG Riverside Cranberry Farm

HOPCOTT Farm

28th Cranberry Festival

Vancouver International Film Festival

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo. Edited by Haleh Imanpanah. Coordinated by Haleh Imanpanah. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi & musical interludes Zorba's Dance by Mikis Theodorakis

Episode nineteen : Back to school, Celebration of Maillardville and the activities for September 2023!

The September episode of Allô Maillardville is now available!

Discover the upcoming activities of the Société francophone de Maillardville with Haleh!

The exciting journey of a New School year by Kasra

Afterwards

Benoît has prepared an article about Vancouver Aquarium

Finally, Alex talks about the day of truth and reconciliation.

Links mentioned in this episode:

Scouts Francophone de la Colombie-Britannique

Book club

Vanvouver Aquarium

Email: info@lesechosdupacifique.info

To learn more:

Orange Shirt Day

Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agrement

Statement of apology to former students of Indian Residential Schools

Truth and Reconciliation Commision

National Center for Truth and Reconciliation

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Haleh Imanpanah.  Edited by Alexandre Fraybin. Coordinate by Haleh Imanpanah. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode seventeen: Jardinage, célébration des mamans et nouveau chroniqueur!

For the occasion, Valentine suggests celebrating Saint-Jean Baptiste Day on the 24th at Mariner Brewing.

Kasra gives you some great ideas for Father's Day.

Benoît presents the rise of delivery services and gives you his advice.

Last but not least, discover the cultural news of June with Marcos!

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Valentine Mer.  Edited by Valentine Mer. Coordinate by Valentine Mer. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode sixteen: Épisode 16 : Jardinage, célébration des mamans et nouveau chroniqueur!

 

L'épisode de mai célèbre le printemps!

Pour l'occasion, l'équipe est heureuse d'accueillir Juan, notre nouveau chroniqueur.

Le printemps est la meilleur saison pour se mettre au jardin, Kasra vous donnera ses bons conseils pour jardiner en ville.

Mai est le mois de la fête des mères, Geneviève vous suggère 10 idées pour célébrer votre maman (à utiliser toute l'année)

Enfin découvrez les actualités de la Société francophone avec Valentine et les actualités culturelles du mois de Mai avec Adam!

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Valentine Mer.  Edited by Adam Doucette and Valentine Mer. Coordinate by Valentine Mer. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode fifteen: Live from the Festival du Bois 2023!

 

Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre and the Allô Maillardville team were at the Festival du Bois 2023 to give you the full festival experience in podcast format!

Listen to interviews with musicians, artisans, spectators and volunteers in our newest episode of Allô Maillardville - April 2023.

Directed by Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Valentine Mer.  Edited by Adam Doucette,  Alexandre Fraybin and Valentine Mer. Coordinate by Valentine Mer. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode fourteen: Francophonie Month, International Women's Day, and pré-Festival!

 

The March episode of Allô Maillardville is now available!

In this episode, Adam presents the 2023 pré-Festival du Bois programming.

Geneviève shows us 15 ways to celebrate International Women's Day.

Alex explains the origin of why we celebrate Francophonie Month every March.

Kasra presents a segment on positive thinking.

Finally, Marcos presents us with some upcoming cultural activities in March.

To learn more:

Alexis Normand - Assez French at Place des Arts

Movie Night: La Cordonnière with Visions Ouest Productions

The Artistic Happy Hour: Book presentation with Monique Polloni

SFU-BAFF Printemps de la francophonie

Directed by Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Valentine Mer.  Edited by Adam Doucette,  Alexandre Fraybin and Valentine Mer. Coordinate by Valentine Mer. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode thirteen: Francophone Immigration, Mom Talk, Nowruz, and upcoming shows!

 

The February episode of Allô Maillardville is now available!

In this episode, Alex informs us on francophone immigration to Canada with immigration consultant Marion Ziller!

Geneviève talks about her new podcast « Mom Talk ».

The team prepares for the celebration of Nowruz with Kasra!

Marcos provides several upcoming francophone shows and activities.

Adam presents the Festival du Bois 2023 lineup.

Finally, Valentine announces the other Pré-Festival activities with the Société francophone de Maillardville.

To learn more:

Immigration services with Marion Ziller

Parent Talk podcast (English) and Mom Talk (bilingual)

Les parents parlent podcast (French)

Cultural activities with Marcos:

Festival du Bois 2023

Directed by Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Valentine Mer.  Edited by Adam Doucette, Alexandre Fraybin and Valentine Mer. Coordinate by Valentine Mer. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode twelve: Mindfulness, mogul skiing, and francophone cultural activities!

This episode marks the one-year anniversary of Allô Maillardville.

In this episode, the team shares a « cheers » as Geneviève explains the story behind the carménère wine grape variety.

Afterwards, Alexandre interviews mindfulness instructor Laure Sabini and shares some mindfulness exercises.

Kasra teaches us the basics of mogul skiing.

Finally, Marcos and Valentine share some cultural activities with Société francophone de Maillardville and in Greater Vancouver.

Links mentioned in this episode:

Mindfulness programs with Laure Sabini

PuSh Festival

VIFF Programming

The Artistic Happy Hour

Directed by Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Valentine Mer.  Edited by Adam Doucette, Alexandre Fraybin and Valentine Mer. Coordinate by Valentine Mer. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras, and musical interludes by Kasra Tarighi.

Episode eleven: L’équipe d’Allô Maillardville célèbre Noël!

Kasra has prepared a quiz on the history of Santa Claus,

Geneviève gives you tips on how to make the most of the holiday season,

Benoît is here to present you a typical Canadian winter table!

Finally, Marcos takes you to Brazil to celebrate Christmas in a different way...

Finally the links of the activities proposed by Valentine:

Echos du Pacifique concert, December 10th in Coquitlam: https://lesechosdupacifique.info/en/concerts

Year-end celebration of the Société francophone de Maillardville: http://maillardville.com/2022/11/25/4497/

Some links to check out:

Vancouver Christmas Market: https://www.vancouverchristmasmarket.com/

Lumière: https://www.lumiereyvr.com/

Beyond King Tut : https://beyondkingtut.com/city/vancouver/

Directed by Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Valentine Mer.  Edited by Alexandre Fraybin and Valentine Mer. Coordinate by Valentine Mer. Music by Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras et «la tourtière », chantée par le Chœur Virtuel de l’Acadie. (2020)

Episode ten: Whitecaps, CV, astuces écoresponsables et immersion dans un évènement de la SFM!

This month, Alexandre went to the WhiteCaps club to meet Cyril Latrous to discuss his job with the Vancouver soccer club.

Around the table, Kasra gives you eco-friendly tips,

Benoît helps you improve your resumes and stop making eliminatory mistakes.

Valentine brought you a clip of the atmosphere at Jeunes de Coeur Festival with the community's elders.

Finally Marcos has extracted the best news of the next months!

Some links to check out:

Vancouver Christmas Market: https://www.vancouverchristmasmarket.com/

Lumière: https://www.lumiereyvr.com/

Beyond King Tut : https://beyondkingtut.com/city/vancouver/

Directed by Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Valentine Mer. Music by Kasra Tarighi. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin and Valentine Mer. Coordinate by Valentine Mer.

Episode nine: Sentier transcanadien, positivité et citrouilles! – October 2022

Discover the amazing life of Léon Lebrun in Allô Maillardville, your French-language community podcast!

On the program:

  1. A section of the Trans Canada Trail has been dedicated to Leon Lebrun! Come and discover his fascinating life
  2. Kasra knows some secrets about how the brain works and wants to share them with you!
  3. Discover the cultural news of October

Links to check out:

Southlands Heritage Farm, Vancouver: https://southlandsfarm.pike13.com/pages/home

Pumpkin after Dark, Burnaby: https://pumpkinsafterdark.com/

Westham Island Herb Farm, Delta: https://westhamislandherb.ca/

Laity Pumpkin Patch, Maple Ridge: https://laitypumpkinpatch.com/

Second day of Festival Jeunes de Coeur (In French, on reservation by email or phone): https://maillardville.com/2022/09/12/jeunes-de-coeur-festival/

Ça jase à Maillardville (in French, on reservation): https://maillardville.com/2022/09/13/ca-jase-a-maillardville/

Directed by Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Valentine Mer. Music by Kasra Tarighi. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin and Valentine Mer. Coordinate by Valentine Mer.

Episode eight: C'est la rentrée à Maillardville – September 2022

 

Meet our team from Allô Maillardville, your French-language community podcast!

On the program:

  1. La Balade de Léon at Rocky Point, discover it otherwise 🐟
  2. Discover the Marcos' country on the occasion of Brazil's Independence Day.
  3. Go camping with Kasra in a breathtaking place almost an hour from Vancouver ☀️
  4. September's cultural news

Links to check out:

Vancouver International Film Festival: https://viff.org/

Preventing Extinction: Architecting the Accretocene : https://beatymuseum.ubc.ca

Fête de Maillardville: https://maillardville.com/2022/09/08/113eme-anniversaire-de-maillardville/?lang=fr

Jeunes de Coeur Festival: https://maillardville.com/2022/09/12/jeunes-de-coeur-festival/

 

Directed by Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Clémence Dufresne, Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Valentine Mer. Music by Missy D, Klô Pelgag et Cœur de Pirate. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin and Valentine Mer. Coordinate by Clémence Dufresne.

Episode seven: Idées pour l'été – Juillet/Août 2022

Enjoy a glass of wine from CheckMate Winery with Océane Billotet, Wine Teacher.

Benoit introduces you to LGBTQ+ pride activities in the region.

Learn more about salmon at Leon's Second Balade de Léon.

Make a note of Kasra's best bike routes for your excursions.

Finally, find out the cultural news of the summer with Marcos!

Links to check out:

All Summer: Les rendez-vous Victoria, par la Société francophone de Victoria

July 21-24: Jazz & Arts Festival 2022, Fort Langley

July 22-24: Squamish Constellation Festival, Squamish

August 4-14: Vancouver Mural Festival

 

Directed by Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Clémence Dufresne, Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Valentine Mer. Music by Missy D, Klô Pelgag et Cœur de Pirate. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin and Valentine Mer. Coordinate by Clémence Dufresne.

Episode Six: Harper Park, scoutisme et Costa Rica - June 2022

Meet Alain Pigeon, leader of the French speaking scouts in Maillardville , he shares his passion for scouting in French. 🔍

Take a walk with the team in Harper Park for the first Leon's Walk. Follow the guide! The trails will hold no secrets for you.

Afterwards, go even further with Alexandre in Costa Rica. 🌴

Finally, discover the cultural news of June with Marcos. 🎵

Directed by Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Clémence Dufresne, Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Valentine Mer. Music by Missy D, Klô Pelgag et Cœur de Pirate. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin and Valentine Mer. Coordinate by Clémence Dufresne.

Episode Five: Gastronomic Journey Around the World - May 2022

MAI ALLÔ MAILLARDVILLE PODCAST SPECIAL GASTRONOMY!

For the return of the good weather, the team got together to share with you tasty delights from their regions of origin.

From Iran to Brazil, from France to British Columbia, there will be something for everyone!

Directed by Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Clémence Dufresne, Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Valentine Mer. Music by Diable à 5, Ginalina and Alpha Yaya Diallo. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin and Valentine Mer. Coordinate by Clémence Dufresne.

Fourth episode : Festival du Bois : l'expérience sonore - Avril 2022

APRIL ALLÔ MAILLARDVILLE PODCAST SPECIAL FESTIVAL DU BOIS!

Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre and the entire podcast team were at the Festival du Bois.
Live or relive the experience by listening to Geneviève walking around the festival meeting reviewers, spectators and artists.

Exclusive interviews with Le Diable à 5 and the Winston Band!

Directed by Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Clémence Dufresne, Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Valentine Mer. Music by Diable à 5, Ginalina and Alpha Yaya Diallo. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin and Valentine Mer. Coordinate by Clémence Dufresne.

Third episode : Grenouilles, Festival du Bois et francophonie au Brésil - Mars 2022

MARCH ALLÔ MAILLARDVILLE PODCAST SPECIAL FRANCOPHONIE!

This month, Geneviève Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre welcomes two special guests.
Mrs. Beauregard tells you the story of her tuques grenouilles, the emblematic hats of the Festival du Bois.
Joanne Dumas will give you an overview of the preparations for the upcoming Festival.
For the March columns, Marcos describes the Francophonie in Brazil, Kasra gives you a Canadian look at the results of the Olympic Games. Finally, as always, Clémence and Marcos give you the news of the month, very rich in this month of the francophonie!

Directed by Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Clémence Dufresne, Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Valentine Mer. Music (jingle cultural chronicle) composed by Kasra Tarighi. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin and Valentine Mer. Coordinate by Clémence Dufresne.

Épisode 2 : Éloquence, montagnes et voyage en musique - Février 2022

Your new Francophone and Francophile podcast is out!!

Benoît introduces you Franco Fun Vancouver Toastmasters, the francophone and francophile club he chairs.
Slip into a capsule review of Kasra's best ski spots and discover Whistler through the eyes of Alexandre.
Finally, take notes on your February cultural outings suggested by Clémence and Marcos.

Directed by Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Clémence Dufresne, Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Valentine Mer. Music (jingle cultural chronicle) composed by Kasra Tarighi. Coordinate by Clémence Dufresne. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin and Valentine Mer

Discover our monthly Francophone and Francophile podcast produced by our team of volunteers and hosted by Genevieve Kyle-Lefebve (known for her podcast Parent Talk or Les parents parlent).
This month, learn more about our podcast and meet our team of reporters ! We give you a glimpse into our personalities and passions that inspire each upcoming episode.

Directed by Alexandre Fraybin, Benoît Brisson, Clémence Dufresne, Geneviève Kyle-Lefebvre, Joanne Dumas, Kasra Tarighi, Léon Lebrun, Marcos Lobo and Valentine Mer. Music (jingle cultural chronicle) composed by Kasra Tarighi. Edited by Alexandre Fraybin and Valentine Mer