The Saint-Rémi soccer tournament is back. Organized by the organization Complexe X Immigration, this event has become one of the most important sporting activities for temporary foreign agricultural workers in the region, bringing together a large number of participants in one place. The season began on Sunday, June 7 and will continue for several weeks, until September.
Beyond the sporting competition, this tournament represents a valuable space for connection, social interaction, and well-being for workers. During the activity, it was possible to speak with members of the Gen-V company team, who shared how important this tournament is for them.
Their enthusiasm is remarkable: in order to participate in the matches, many start their workday as early as 5 a.m. and finish around 2 or 3 p.m., heading directly to the soccer field afterward. The next day, another full workday awaits them.
Participants explain that this tournament allows them to reconnect with colleagues and friends from other farms, break away from their daily work routine, and share meaningful moments throughout the summer. Of course, the goal is also to win the championship. The Gen-V team proudly recalls last year’s performance, when they reached the semifinals.
InfoTET at Immigrant Québec was present on site with a dedicated space to present the program and its services. On this occasion, Jonathan Buitrago, Regional Coordinator, presented the InfoTET Québec program and distributed the information guide for temporary foreign workers. This document provides practical tools on TFW rights and responsibilities, as well as essential information about services and resources available across Quebec.
These testimonies highlight the importance of recognizing and valuing the exceptional work of temporary foreign workers, as well as supporting initiatives that promote their social inclusion, health, and quality of life.
We also thank Complexe X Immigration for organizing this initiative, and its director, Sandra Cerdeline, for her ongoing commitment to creating spaces that foster well-being, integration, and quality of life for temporary foreign workers.
We wish all participating teams great success in this new season. Beyond the final result, their commitment, perseverance, and team spirit already make them true winners.
