- The March 23, 2026 episode opens with a moment of high symbolism.
- Jean-Sébastien Girard occupies a particularly meaningful place in a time of transition.
- Throughout the episode, several emotionally charged moments command attention.
- His appearance on the show ends as the regular programming is about to resume.
- The return of Jean-Philippe Wauthier marks a major shift for the show’s devoted audience.
- Meanwhile, Jean-Sébastien begins a new professional chapter with Bonsoir bonsoir!
The program La journée (est encore jeune), aired on March 23, 2026, opened with the notes of Ce n’est qu’un au revoir, a song perfectly suited for the occasion, as Jean-Sébastien Girard had farewells to deliver.
Ç’a été un honneur. Bonne vie
Indeed, Jean-Sébastien Girard, who had been filling in during the professional leave of Jean-Philippe Wauthier, delivered his final opening. Starting next week, the show will return to its usual format with Jean-Philippe coming back in a full-time capacity.
During the episode, Jean-Sébastien offered several farewells and even admitted to feeling an “emotion.”
J-S Girard’s Farewells
“This is the end for me, the end of the carousel, the last week, the last carousel… this is the last time I’m hosting La journée (est encore jeune), I do feel a little emotional. I’ve had a lot of fun,” Girard shares.
“This will be the last time I applaud you; it’s an honor to work with you on Radio-Canada’s radio,” you hear him say during the show.
“Ç’a été un honneur. Bonne vie,” Jean-Sébastien concludes.
“Okay, goodbye everyone. If you want to know what I’m up to, follow me on social media,” the host finally concludes, still with the lighthearted spirit he’s known for.
Bye bye, but… Bonsoir bonsoir!
As a reminder, if Jean- Philippe Wauthier resumes his role as host of La journée (est encore jeune), it’s a different story for Bonsoir bonsoir!.
Jean-Sébastien Girard, who was also filling in for the program, announced in December 2025 that he would officially take the helm.
“Hello everyone. I don’t know if you recognize me. I’m Jean-Sébastien Girard, the one who hosted Bonsoir bonsoir! last summer while substituting for Marie-Claude Barrette, who herself was filling in for Jean-Philippe Wauthier. I was later replaced by Sophie Fouron. In short, I’m here to tell you—with almost exaggerated enthusiasm—that starting next April, I will officially take the reins of the show Bonsoir, bonsoir!. The management called me not long ago to say: Jean-Sébastien, Jean-Philippe would like to pass the baton after several years of excellent work… are you interested? Well, I thought, ‘I’ll check my calendar,’ because I already had a lot on my plate… it will be a somewhat revamped version; we’ll keep everything you love, but it will be a Bonsoir bonsoir! new administration, with plenty of new surprises. I know how important this is to you, how much you love the Bonsoir bonsoir! brand. Well, I’m going to work very hard so you continue to love this show just as much. I can’t wait to spend the summer with you, to meet all those personalities, because that’s what we’ll be doing all summer together, celebrating the richness of Quebec culture. I’m really, truly looking forward to it,” he announced, clearly thrilled to officially embark on this great adventure.
And indeed, starting April 13 you’ll be able to catch this beloved show, Monday through Thursday, on ICI Télé and ICI TOU.TV.
Our Wishes
We wish Jean-Philippe Wauthier an excellent official return to the helm of La journée (est encore jeune), and Jean-Sébastien Girard a very strong start to Bonsoir bonsoir! in this new role that already fits him so well. These changes mark an important transition for both hosts, each pursuing their paths with enthusiasm, passion, and a lively, communicative energy.
The audience, loyal as ever, will surely follow them into their new ventures. And you, what do you think of Jean-Philippe’s return? Will you miss Jean-Sébastien on the show he’s helped shape in his own way?
Best of luck to both!
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