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Join CBC in celebrating CASA's 50th anniversary

CBC will be in New Carlisle, Que., to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Committee for Anglophone Social Action (CASA). Join Quebec AM host Julia Caron, Breakaway host Alison Brunette and producer Brianne Fequet as they connect with and reflect stories of English-speaking community members in the Gaspé region.

Organization serves the English-speaking community in Gaspé, Que.

A graphic with the words "CASA 50th anniversary". Underneath, there headshots photos of three women. One with dark curly hair and glasses, one with light blonde curly hair and one with long, light brown hair. Each has an accompanying graphic with their name on it.
Quebec AM host Julia Caron, Breakaway host Alison Brunette and producer Brianne Fequet will be in New Carlisle, Que., to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Committee for Anglophone Social Action (CASA). (CBC)

CBC will be in New Carlisle, Que., to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Committee for Anglophone Social Action (CASA), a community organization in the Gaspé region that works to build and strengthen the vitality of the region's English‑speaking population.

From June 28 until July 1, join Quebec AM host Julia Caron, Breakaway host Alison Brunette and producer Brianne Fequet onsite as they connect with and reflect stories of English-speaking community members in the Gaspé region.

CBC wants to hear from you

What are your memories of living in Gaspé? What 50th anniversary CASA celebration are you most looking forward to? E-mail quebecnews@cbc.ca for story ideas, people to speak with and places to check out during our visit. 

Where to find us

Look for the team at the CBC tent on The Green or wearing CBC gear during the series of activities CASA is hosting. Visit the CASA Facebook page for the official weekend schedule.

Formed in 1975, CASA develops programs that meet the needs of the English-speaking community living on the Gaspé coast. Originally formed to protect the rights of anglophones in the area, CASA now offers 30 different programs across many different sectors such as youth and employment, equitable access to health and social services and programs that assist seniors in maintaining health and autonomy.