Quebec government defends iconic 'Go Habs Go' chant

April 25, 2025, 12:21 pm

The Quebec authorities have stepped in to reaffirm that the classic hockey slogan “Go Habs Go” is indeed a proud part of the province’s cultural identity. The intervention appears as much about defending heritage as it is a subtle jab at overzealous critics.

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nationalpost.com / Quebec government defends use of ’Go Habs Go!’ after language watchdog’s objection

The slogan is part of 'our DNA, our identity,' and has been used for decades to support the Montreal Canadiens, Quebec's French-language minister said

globalnews.ca / Quebec government says ‘Go Habs Go!’ expression is part of province’s identity

In a statement Friday, Quebec's French-language minister said the slogan is part of "our DNA, our identity," and has been used for decades to support the Montreal Canadiens.

lapresse.ca / Plainte à l’OQLF | L’expression « Go Habs Go » sera autorisée, tranche Roberge

Les expressions « Go Habs Go » ou « Go Canadiens Go » seront finalement autorisées au Québec même si elles comportent un anglicisme, vient de trancher le ministre responsable de la langue française, Jean-François Roberge.

theglobeandmail.com / Quebec government says ‘Go Habs Go!’ expression is part of province’s identity

French-language Minister Jean-Francois Roberg says the watchdog will dismiss any future complaints regarding ‘Go Habs Go!’ and that the ‘time-honoured expression must never be questioned’

thestar.com / Quebec government says 'Go Habs Go!' expression is part of province's identity

MONTREAL - The Quebec government has stepped in to defend the phrase "Go Habs Go!"

winnipegfreepress.com / Quebec government says ‘Go Habs Go!’ expression is part of province’s identity

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