Humaniti development replaces Le Phare on Boul. Laurier
It’s lights out for the huge and controversial Le Phare project at the west end of Boulevard Laurier. Its replacement, revealed last week, is a somewhat scaled-down version, called Humaniti. …
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Former Valcartier commander Fortin heads national vax operation
The man tapped to lead an unprecedented nationwide vaccination campaign is a former commander at Canadian Forces Base Valcartier who is originally from Montmagny.On Nov. 27, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau …
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The story behind Place Jean-Pelletier
This park is named in honour of Jean Pelletier (1935-2009), the 37th mayor of Quebec City (1977-89). Born in Chicoutimi, Pelletier studied social sciences and law at Université Laval. He …
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MEMORIALS AND THINGS OF FAME
December 4, 1820 – The Quebec GazetteCure For Tooth AcheTo a table spoonful of any kind of spirits, add the same quantity of sharp vinegar, and a tea spoonful of …
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Elections for English-language school boards postponed
To ensure that school board elections during the COVID-19 pandemic take place in a safe manner, and to respect the moral contract proposed by Premier François Legault, the Ministère de …
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We moved just in time . . . for COVID-19
One year ago, my wife Denyse and I moved into a lovely seniors’ assisted-living residence in Sainte-Foy. We had all winter to participate in activities such as billiards, indoor pétanque …
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The CAQ listens to reason: school board elections on hold
As you all know by now, the Coalition Avenir Québec government has listened to reason and has put all elections in Quebec’s nine English-language school boards on hold for an …
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Support the Community Christmas Hamper Campaign online
Due to COVID-19, all fundraising events for the Community Christmas Hamper Campaign are taking place online this year. Here are a few initiatives you can support:Chocolate chip cookie and mac …
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Winter Carnival spreads magic to seven locations
Snow, ice, cold weather…. There’s magic in the air of Quebec City. A giant snowman wearing a red toque, a ceinture fléchée (arrow sash) and a face mask was recently …
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50th anniversary of the October Crisis – Part 3
The Quebec Chronicle-Telegraph (QCT) continued its coverage of the ongoing crisis following the murder of Pierre Laporte on Oct. 17, 1970.In early November, rewards totalling $150,000 were jointly offered by …
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