Canadiens' New Logo Reveal Sparks Fan Reactions Over French Language Statement
Photo credit: NHL / Montreal Canadiens
The Montreal Canadiens have been criticized many times in recent years regarding the relative importance they place on the French fact.
Although it is well understood that the Habs belong to all fans, both francophone and anglophone, the francophone identity is a unique characteristic of the glorious Montreal team that no other major North American sports franchise can claim.
Many Canadiens fans outside of the city identify with the Montreal Canadiens precisely for this reason.
In recent years, it feels like management of the Tricolore has made efforts to bring
Quebec-born players into the organization, but a subtle gesture that was just made says a lot about the new understanding of the importance of French in the upper spheres of the organization.
A gesture that clearly shows the Canadiens have understood the importance of French
As you can see in the photo below, the team name is written strictly in its French version. No "Canadiens de Montréal / Montreal Canadiens." Only "Canadiens de Montréal."
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This is the kind of attention that will please those who love the Canadiens first and foremost for their cultural heritage but also stir some different opinions..
Let's hope the fans get used to it and appreciate our new look.
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SEPTEMBRE 4 | 561 ANSWERS Canadiens' New Logo Reveal Sparks Fan Reactions Over French Language Statement Do you place importance on the French fact when it comes to the Montreal Canadiens? |
| Yes | 192 | 34.2 % |
| No | 369 | 65.8 % |
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