“Après 11 ans d’animation quotidienne d’une émission d’actualité, cette proposition surprise m’a complètement séduite,” said Annie Desrochers, expressing her enthusiasm for her new role at ICI Première. Starting August 22, 2026, Desrochers will take over the weekend morning shows, hosting at 7 AM on Saturdays and 6 AM on Sundays.
This change comes as part of a broader programming shift following the death of Franco Nuovo, a beloved figure in Quebec media. Desrochers, who has been a staple on the airwaves for over a decade, previously hosted the 15-18 show for 11 years, making her transition to weekend mornings a significant development in her career.
Monic Néron, who will be moving to host the weekday afternoon show from 3 PM to 6 PM starting August 17, 2026, expressed her excitement as well. “C’est le rêve d’une vie,” she stated, highlighting her aspirations for the new role.
Néron, known for her previous work on the Mimosa show on Saturday mornings, aims to create a friendly and entertaining atmosphere for her audience during the weekday slot. With an average of 54,000 listeners per minute, her new show is anticipated to attract a wide audience.
The programming changes reflect ICI Première’s response to evolving audience preferences and the legacy left by Franco Nuovo. As Desrochers and Néron exchange roles, both are poised to bring their unique styles to their new time slots, promising fresh content for listeners.
As the transition approaches, fans of both hosts are eager to see how these changes will unfold and what new dynamics will emerge in the programming lineup at ICI Première.
