French Women’s National Ice Hockey Team member visits FACE
Emma Nonnenmacher, a forward with the French Women’s National Ice Hockey Team and a student-athlete with the Concordia Stingers, recently visited Grade 3 students at FACE Elementary School to share her Olympic journey. At just 21 years old, she helped France make history by competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics, the first time the French women’s hockey team qualified for the Olympic tournament. While France did not advance past the group stage, the team gained invaluable experience against the world’s top programs and demonstrated resilience, including a hard-fought overtime game in their final matchup. During her visit, Emma spoke to students about dedication, teamwork, and the perseverance required to represent your country on the world stage, leaving Grade 3 inspired by her message that big dreams are built through hard work and belief.
About the English Montreal School Board
With a youth and adult sector population of more than 35,000 students, the English Montreal School Board (EMSB) is the largest English public school board in Quebec. Established on July 1, 1998, when the province created new boards along linguistic lines, the EMSB network consists of 73 schools and centres. For more details, visit the EMSB website at www.emsb.qc.ca
