François Avard
Writing
Biography
François Avard (born June 6, 1968) is a Canadian writer and scenarist best known as the writer of the Québécois television series Les Bougon. He attended the He is the creator and co-author (with Jean-Francois Mercier) of the satirical series Les Bougon. He wrote for multiple French-Canadian series, including Caméra Café, 3X Rien, CA and Bob Gratton. He was a sponsor of the series Ramdam for which he received two Prix Gémeaux in collaboration with writer Fabienne Cortes. He also worked for two seasons of "Ici Louis-José Houde" and the show Pendant ce temps, devant la télé on CBC. He has been working with comedian Martin Matte since 1995. He also worked with Louis-José Houde to write two of his one-man shows and co-wrote his texts for the animation of the Félix Award. He's also been working with a number of other humorists, including Jean-Francois Mercier, Cathy Gauthier, Patrick Groulx and Pierre Hébert. On February 25, 2010, François Avard has signed, together with 500 artists, the call to support the international campaign for Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions against Israeli apartheid.
Known For
Host Guy A. Lepage brings together six to eight personalities from different milieus—sports, politics, stage productions and more—that are the subject of everyone’s conversations and/or are important figures in recent events. Participants are invited to speak freely, voicing their opinions on headline news or on a subject that is near and dear to them.
Tout le monde en parle
Each day, Jean-Philippe Wauthier welcomes guests on the show in warm, friendly setting. His interviews focus on their newsworthy achievements but also, and most importantly, on their passions, interests and opinions.
Bonsoir bonsoir!
An original talk show is set in Patrick’s warm and cozy apartment, where he welcomes friends and guests every day to discuss the latest hot topics that affect our lives. The show also features Patrick’s fictional neighbours.
La tour
What to expect: interviews, musical performances, a fierce band, surprising stories and most of all, guests who are more than happy to play along and follow Éric Salvail on his beautifully crazy tangents!
En mode Salvail
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En direct de l'univers
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Les Enfants de la télé
A determined immigrant builds his way up from zero in Quebec's competitive 1990s business landscape, navigating challenges and opportunities while creating a successful enterprise.
The Glass House
A sketch comedy presenting the daily life of four couples and two roommates of different ages and backgrounds. In a realistic tone, it explores in a raw and disarming way all facets of the couple, unfiltered in the privacy of the bedroom, one of the only places where one can truly be oneself.
Entre deux draps
Presented in the form of a large live set, the hosts enlightening interviews with personalities from all walks of life who have made their mark in the news.
Deux hommes en or
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Le bonheur
This magazine, hosted by popular author, professor and chartered accountant Pierre-Yves McSween, aims to get the general public interested in economics and personal finance. With a tone that is both humorous and credible, the show takes an objective and critical look at elements of economics and finance.
L'indice Mc$ween
'Caméra Café' tells the daily life of employees at a Montreal branch of a large Toronto company through the camera hidden inside a coffee machine installed upon request of the big boss.
Caméra Café
A program that tackles major subjects – human, political, cultural, economic and ethical issues – and presents them in a debate format that encourages lively discussion.
Il va y avoir du sport
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À tour de rôles
They’re dirty, vulgar, dishonest, grouchy, uncultured. They’re also a big, happy family. The Bougon are a joyous bunch of scoundrels who live on the margins of society, doing whatever it takes to scam their way through life, thinking up new schemes for avoiding work, and never conforming to the system.
Les Bougon, c'est aussi ça la vie !
A couple in Québec deals with the pitfalls, pressure and high expectations of raising kids in a society obsessed with success and social media image.
The Guide to the Perfect Family
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Lakay nou
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Mon oeil !
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Martin Matte en direct
Paul Bougon ignites social media networks and public opinion after his brief participation in a television program. Having become an instant celebrity thanks to his outspokenness, he decides to go into politics and founds his own party. With the help of his devoted entourage and at the head of the PEN (Parti de l’Écœurement National) [National Disgust Party], he wins the elections and becomes Premier. The challenges of his new career place him in front of heartbreaking choices.