Anti-racism rally derailed by militants
It started out innocently enough. Several hundred anti-racism protesters gathered Sunday afternoon at Place d’Youville. A band played, parents pushed children in strollers and participants brandished signs with messages like …
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Memorials and Things of Fame
1867 The Morning Chronicle In the Court yesterday, a strong minded woman of a determined countenance was brought up on a charge of being drunk and screaming at four o’clock …
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Stunning solar eclipse darkens skies across North America
All around North America, during the afternoon of August 21, eyes were fixed firmly to the sky in anticipation of the solar eclipse. A solar eclipse occurs when a new …
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Residential schools only part of Langevin’s legacy
We’re not sure if Sir Hector-Louis Langevin had much of a sense of humour or irony, but chances are the context for his current infamy would have at least puzzled …
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MondoKarnaval celebrates French-speaking cultures
The fourth annual MondoKarnaval will take place from September 2-4. Everyone is invited to celebrate together the diversity of the French-speaking cultures of the world under the theme “Vibrating to …
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STREET VIEWS: The story behind Avenue Watt
Avenue Watt is named in honour of Scottish engineer James Watt (1736-1819). In 1763, James Watt was working as instrument maker at the University of Glasgow when he was assigned …
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Celebrating one’s Celtitude at the Festival Celtique de Québec
Quebec’s heritage has been shaped by immigrants with Celtic heritage. In fact, many Quebecers with European ancestry share a Celtic connection, whether it be Irish, Scottish, Breton, Cornish, Welsh or …
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Family Day at Baie de Beauport
Financière Sun Life sponsored a free Family Day at the Baie de Beauport on August 20. The weather was perfect for a day at the “beach in the city” as …
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Hidden English history in Saguenay: Part 2 La Maison Price
Everyone in Chicoutimi knows where the Maison Price is – and knows that if sweaty, lost backpackers show up on their street, they’re probably looking for the distinctive youth hostel …
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A visit to the Citadelle de Québec at nightfall
Welcome to the Citadelle de Québec. The sun has just set but the ghosts of soldiers and prisoners of the past still walk through the seemingly deserted military base. From …
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