By: Dumoulin Compétition
July 8 2016
Trois-Rivières, Québec – The weekend spent at ICAR circuit also marked the beginning of an original fundraiser for the Quebec Cancer Foundation. Throughout the whole season, the Dumoulin Brothers are inviting fans to sign their car for the cause at each race of the NASCAR Pinty’s series, schedule on page 5. Next fall, the Dumoulin Compétition crew will become waiters for one night only for a happy hour meet-up during which the signed trunks of each car will be put up for auction. All funds raised will be donated to the Quebec Cancer Foundation.
”When André Beauchesne talked to us about it, it was a given that we would do it, and we’re very happy to be associated with the Quebec Cancer Foundation,” explain the Dumoulin brothers. “We wish to raise awareness in the population, as working together as a team, much like in racing, is always a winning combination,” adds Louis-Philippe Dumoulin.
The fan response on site was immediate last weekend (ICAR circuit, July 2-3), and the trunks of both cars have been colored with signatures and words of encouragement for a grand total of $850.00. Each $100 milestone allows someone to benefit from a night at the Foundation.
“It went really well last weekend, people were very engaged, it was fun to see them sign the car trunks with such enthusiasm. It’s a cause that we really take to heart, as cancer affected us deeply in the family. It’s a disease that can appear at any age. Being powerless and seeing people we love be affected is very hard. The Quebec Cancer Foundation has values that we share, and we must do anything we can to help people get through these difficult times,” share Jean-François and Louis-Philippe Dumoulin.
“The foundation is very proud to be associated with Dumoulin Compétition,” mentions the director of the Quebec Cancer foundation in Mauricie, Luce Girard. In exchange of a donation, people are encouraged to sign the cars of these motorsport ambassadors. Representatives of the Quebec Cancer Foundation will be present at the Trois-Rivières Grand Prix, as well as at Autodrome Ste-Eustache.
For more than 35 years, the Foundation continues its engagement towards the women and men affected by cancer, as well as their loved ones by offering services that meet their needs. Whether it’s psychological support, programs for physical well-being, information services, or shelter near treatment centers, notably in Trois-Rivières, the Foundation makes their well-being a priority during these difficult times.
It is with the same generosity and enthusiasm that the partners featured on the cars have accepted to join the cause. THANK YOU to each of you.
Sign the car of your choice and come romp with us!
Next event: Honda Indy Toronto (July 15-16):
Louis-Philippe Dumoulin #47 WeatherTech Canada / Groupe Bellemare
Jean-François Dumoulin #04 Spectra Premium / Bernier Crépeau / Groupe Bellemare / MIA Motorsports In Action / Trois-Rivières Mitsubishi
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WEBSITES / ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Quebec Cancer Foundation: www.cancerquebec.com
Meet Louis-Philippe Dumoulin sur www.weathertech.ca
WeatherTech Canada : www.weathertech.ca/behindtech
Groupe Bellemare : www.groupebellemare.com/
Spectra Premium : www.spectrapremium.com
Bernier Crépeau Chrysler Fiat : www.berniercrepeau.com
MIA - Motorsports In Action : http://motorsportsinaction.com/
Somavrac : www.groupesomavrac.com
Trois-Rivières Mitsubishi : www.troisrivieresmitsubishi.com
Circuit ICAR : http://icarexperience.ca
Honda Indy Toronto : www.hondaindytoronto.com
Dumoulin Compétition : www.dumoulincompetition.com
NASCAR Pinty's Series: http://hometracks.nascar.com/series/pintys-series
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/dumoulincompetition
Twitter: @DumoulinDC / @DumoulinLP / @jf_dumoulin
Youtube : http://www.youtube.com/user/dumoulincompetition
Summary – Highlights in Louis-Philippe Dumoulin’s career
In 2015, he finishes the NASCAR Pinty’s championship in fourth place (2 podiums and six top-5s in eleven events.)
2014 champion of the NASCAR Pinty’s series: 5 podiums and 2 victories, as well as 9 top-5s in eleven events. It is the first time that a team made up entirely of Quebecers wins this championship. (Prep. team: King Autosport, managed by Martin Roy).
Won the Gilles Villeneuve Trophy in 2014 and 2001. This trophy symbolizes the fighting spirit and on-track excellence of a Quebec-native driver throughout the season that just ended. It is the first time that a recipient of the Trophy wins it twice throughout their career.
Won, in 2013, the only Ontarian event to this day made up of an all-Quebecer podium (Canadian Tire Motorsport Park – NCATS series);
The only Canadian who climbed on the podium in 2012 during the prestigious event of the 12 hours of Sebring (2nd place - American Le Mans Series - GT3 Cup – WeatherTech Racing Team);
Won the title of rookie of the year in 2011 in the NASCAR Canadian Tire series despite having only participated in 8 races out of 13 (scoring four top-10s and two top-5s);
Crowned Canadian champion in Formula Ford 1600 in 2002;
He still owns the record in Formule Ford 1600 for the highest amount of victories and pole positions in one season (2002).
FEATS AND HIGHLIGHTS JEAN-FRANÇOIS DUMOULIN
First podium in the NASCAR Canadian Tire series on May 17, 2015 (3rd place – Canadian Tire Motorsport Park)
The first Quebec-born driver to win twice the Rolex 24 in Daytona; 2004 (SGS and 2007 (GT).
Caught the attention of the renowned Player's Driver Development Program scout (Formula Ford and Formula Atlantic), became one of the youngest drivers ever to be recruited, and was touted as a strong contender for the championship title in Formula Ford (1996 and 1997 seasons).
Champion of the Grand-Am Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge GS, USA in 2003 (9 podiums).
Champion of the Grand-Am Continental Tire Sport Car Challenge ST, USA in 2002 (5 podiums).
In Montreal's 2009 edition of Nascar Nationwide, he finished his first race in 7th position aboard a badly damaged car and won the hearts of numerous fans and reporters.
In 2000, he was the Motorola Cup Series Vice-Champion, during a season that included a 1st place podium finish after having begun the race in 52nd position at theMolson Indy event in Ontario, Canada.