Rocket

comes to hockey, both groups share a deep passion. English-Canadians proudly cheer for their Toronto Maple Leafs, while the French-French and English Canadians don’t have much in common, but when it Canadians are devoted to their Montreal Canadiens. Indeed hockey can be considered Canada’s national sport, but to the French, hockey was more then just a sport. When the Montreal Canadiens step onto the ice, the whole French community is right there behind …

…people a sense of hope, his skills and leadership give them something to be proud of. The two boys and French Canadians have a great leader in Maurice “The Rocket” Richard. He gives them hope, pride and someone to look up to. He will forever be remembered for his achievements on the ice and the way he proudly represents and stands up for his people. He made hockey a distinct part of the French-Canadian culture.