While we wait for the last of the snow to melt, blooms and birdsong are pleasant reminders that another gardening season is right around the corner.
Why garden?

When I watch the St. Patrick's Parade, I am always impressed and proud to see the young Shannon Irish Dancers. I have often wondered what makes people decide to take up Celtic or Irish dancing. During the parade this year I noticed another group of Irish dancers, Violon Vert.

Quebec City Mayor Régis Labeaume, recently named the fourth best mayor in the world, met students at a local cégep to talk about life as a mayor and his vision for the city he loves.

After his talk, he spoke to this QCT writer and pledged his support to help celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Quebec Chronicle-Telegraph in June 2014.