Canadiens' sponsors satisfied with owner's apology after Mailloux pick

Some sponsors who initially spoke out against the Canadiens' decision to draft Logan Mailloux say they are satisfied by owner Geoff Molson's apology.

The corporate sponsors had publicly questioned the Habs' decision to select 18-year-old Logan Mailloux last Friday in the opening round of the NHL draft. The companies announced their decision today to continue their association with the hockey team.

"The message remains the same, that the well-being and safety of women are worth less than a man's career," said Genevieve Brochu, a social worker with the group. Groupe St-Hubert said in a statement the company is confident the Canadiens organization will take action to raise awareness about sexual misconduct.

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