Highlights from the 2012 St. Patrick’s Parade held March 24, 2012
Mayor Labeaume shows his support for the Fighting Irish. Leprechauns of Quebec contradict the typical notion of the “wee people.” The next generation of the …
Now is the hour to make a difference on Earth!
Have you ever wondered how you can make a difference in the world? Join hundreds of millions of other people around the world to celebrate World Earth Hour on Saturday, …
Morrin Centre Executive Director Resigns
(Quebec City, Canada – March 22, 2012) The Literary and Historical Society of Quebec today announced the resignation of the Executive Director of the Morrin Centre, Simon Jacobs. Mr. Jacobs …
Memorials and Things of Fame
1862 The Morning Chronicle Three young lads were brought to the Police Office yesterday morning charged with being connected with the robbery of boots from Mr. Evariste Vezina’s premises. The …
Red Bull Crashed Ice
St. Patrick’s Day 2012 will be one that Kyle Croxall will remember forever as the 24-year-old firefighter from Mississauga, Ontario, became the first Canadian to win two Red Bull Crashed …
“Irish for a Day”: Quebec City’s St. Patrick’s Parade, Part II
“The parade is a learning tool, it teaches the younger generation about their heritage. The parade belongs to citizens of this city, whether they be francophones, anglophones, or allophones. It …
Quebec Whisky Day: a one-of-a-kind event
The Quebec Whisky Club (QWC) is hosting their first Quebec Whisky Day on March 31. They state, “An activity never seen before in the Capital, this day is entirely dedicated …
Commentary on Pink Shirt Day article
I was heartened to read Bruce Todman’s article about Pink Shirt Day at Quebec High School in the March 7 issue.Fifteen years ago, QHS was telling me, a parent, that …
Memorials and Things of Fame
1862 The Morning Chronicle The wonderful Aztec children have made their appearance in Quebec. These strange members of the human family were first exhibited in America eleven years ago; and …
St. Patrick’s Day Banquet
‘May your own belly be full, but may you always have understanding of the empty one.’ – Irish BlessingsLast Saturday evening, I was fortunate enough to attend the St. Patrick’s …