The Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL), a key player in the realm of Canadian junior hockey, operates under the watchful leadership of Gilles Courteau, its longstanding commissioner. Founded to foster and promote junior ice hockey, the QMJHL has carved a niche in developing young talent for professional leagues. This league predominantly operates across Quebec and parts of the Maritime provinces, including New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island. Its presence in these regions underscores its commitment to nurturing hockey talent in Eastern Canada.