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Paul Desbaillets

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Paul is a Canadian entrepreneur. He is a partner in Burgundy Lion Group which owns several establishments in his hometown of Montreal. Paul is also the founder of GOAL Initiatives Foundation, a national CRA charity making a difference through cultural development, wellness and youth sports programming. In 2019, Paul created the 1st Half Podcast Football Culture show, dedicated to all aspects of the beautiful game. Paul interviews chefs, musicians, artists, athletes, fanatics, influencers and anyone else he can find willing to talk to him about the football ecosystem.
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The Messi effect

The Messi effect

July 7, 2025 Paul Desbaillets

Measuring the impact of the Argentinean soccer star on the FIFA Club World Cup and the sport in North America.

Most Heinous Scandals in Montreal

Most Heinous Scandals in Montreal

July 3, 2025 Cult MTL

Montreal has spoken.

Quebec restaurants will be able to charge a no-show fee of $10 per person as of July 17

Quebec restaurants will be able to charge a no-show fee of $10 per person as of July 17

July 3, 2025 Cult MTL

A new provincial law aims to help businesses that routinely lose money due to negligence.

Canada named among top countries with social purpose

Canada named among top countries with social purpose

July 1, 2025 Matthew Renfrew

“These countries are seen as being the most progressive, inclusive and committed to social justice.”

STM fares increased today for Montreal public transit users

STM fares increased today for Montreal public transit users

July 1, 2025 Cult MTL

While the price of a single trip remains the same, at $3.75., monthly STM passes now cost $4.50 more and 10 trips now costs $1 more.

Approval of Pierre Poilievre has reached an all-time low

Approval of Pierre Poilievre has reached an all-time low

July 1, 2025 Matthew Renfrew

A large majority of Canadians disapprove of the Conservative Party leader.

Canada named among countries with the most freedom

Canada named among countries with the most freedom

July 1, 2025 Matthew Renfrew

A report by Freedom House has named Canada the fifth freest country in the world.

Canada named among top 5 countries with the best quality of life

Canada named among top 5 countries with the best quality of life

July 1, 2025 Matthew Renfrew

“Through all phases of life, these countries are seen as treating their citizens well.”

Greedy landlords and speculators are killing Montreal’s quality of life

Greedy landlords and speculators are killing Montreal’s quality of life

June 30, 2025 Matthew Renfrew

When will landlords and speculators answer for their role in the housing and affordability crisis?

Just 26% Quebecers believe they would be better off with Quebec sovereignty

Just 26% Quebecers believe they would be better off with Quebec sovereignty

June 30, 2025 Matthew Renfrew

“Quebecers have largely abandoned their aspirations to leave Canada.”

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