Aven Jairho Allana and the Jeux de Montréal

Interview conducted on January 24, 2026.

[Aven Jairho Allana, 19 years old, who plays basketball, speaks in English in front of a grey background.] Aven Jairho Allana: I participated in the Jeux de Montréal when I was in primary school. [A childhood photograph shows him at the Jeux de Montréal. A medal around his neck, he smiles shyly in his red pinnie.] Playing in the Jeux de Montréal has really inspired me to create more dreams for myself. For example, to play for Team Quebec, to represent Quebec and to represent Canada and play for the Olympics. Playing in the Jeux de Montréal really inspired me to continue playing basketball in my sports when I grow older. [The McCord Stewart Museum logo appears in white on a black background. In the bottom right corner of the image, the following information is displayed: Copyright: McCord Stewart Museum, 2026.]