The story behind Parc Victoria
This park in the centre of Quebec City is named in honour of Queen Victoria (1819-1901), who was the longest-reigning monarch of the British Empire, until her great-great-granddaughter Elizabeth II …
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Memorials and Things of Fame
November 28, 1867 – The Morning Chronicle MUSIC HALL FOR ONE WEEK ONLY Prof. Robert’s Tableaux! Comprising a visit to and showing the most remarkable views of the Paris Universal …
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VEQ Winds of Change workshop explores moving challenges
Moving can be challenging, period. Relocating to a new city, province or country brings on a whole set of obstacles. To help newcomers and to offer them information on local …
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Quebec City’s German Christmas Market celebrates its 10th year
Quebec City’s German Christmas Market was officially opened on Nov. 23 to the sound of Bavarian alphorns in front of City Hall. Britta Kröger, president of the board of directors …
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Kwahiatonhk!
The sixth edition of Kwahiatonhk! Indigenous Peoples Book Fair took centre stage in Wendake last weekend.Kwahiatonhk’s official opening, however, was held at the Maison de la littérature on Rue Saint-Stanislas …
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La Fabrique recognized for its historic national significance
La Fabrique, a large red brick building with its square medieval-inspired water tower at the corner of Boulevard Charest and Rue Dorchester, really stands out in the Saint-Roch district.This building …
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Quebec is now a Rouge et Or city
Last week, my colleague Peter Black was wondering why Quebec City, the eighth biggest city in population in Canada, could not have success with its pro sports teams.I, too, scratched …
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A visit to the 39th Salon de Noël in Sillery
The Christmas spirit is spreading through the city. Residents and businesses are decorating their homes and stores. Christmas markets and fairs, such as the Salon de Noël at the Charles-H.-Blais …
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Catering service offers work experience to special needs youth
For over 15 years, Jeffery Hale Community Partners has partnered with Quebec High School to offer the SNACS Program to English-speaking children, teens and young adults with special needs. The …
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Déclic musique, a new way to enjoy music in Quebec City
There is a whole new way for young people to enjoy concert music in Quebec City. Inspired by an initiative of Quebec City’s theater community, Déclic musique is the new …
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