Welcome

Welcome to the site of the Friendship Force, Sherbrooke Region.you will find the history of Friendship Force International .(FFI) to whom is affiliated the Friendship Force club Sherbrooke Region as well as information on the region, the club itself ans its activities.
 


                    Sherbrooke city downtown area		 The Sherbrooke Region,. a community  of more  than 150,000 inhabitants , is located at less than one hour and a half drive East of Montreal and at less than one half hour drive from the Canada(Quebec) -USA(Vermont) border.

In addition to being a centre of industrial importance in high technology, transport, textile and other sectors, the Sherbrooke region benefits from two  universities (on French and one English) which are well known for their dynamic role  at home, in Canada and abroad. Their presence favors the emergence of new business and activities as well as the industrial and cultural growth of the region.

The quality of life of the people of the Eastern Townships is important. Its proximity to large urban centers and its long standing tradition of the French and English cultures provides the Sherbrooke region with numerous cultural manifestations such as art exhibitions, theatrical performances , concerts, festivals, humour shows  and other events all year long.

The landscape of the Sherbrooke region , rich in lakes, rivers and mountains is very much an attraction to the local and international tourist .
 In fact, it offers a good number of facilities for the visitor wanting to enjoy the practice of his/her favorite sport depending on the season such as downhill skiing , hockey, skating, snowmobile , golf, cycling , swimming , sailing   and many others.

For more details regarding the region, consult the following sections of this site : Region and  Exchanges or communicate directly with  us by E-mail or by telephone after consulting the  Organization section.






                                                                                                                 Sherbrooke a city where nature and sports meet!