The War Years brought to life with tour of the Plains of Abraham
On September 14, the National Battlefields Commission gave guided tours of the Louis S. St-Laurent Heritage Home and parts of the Plains of Abraham that were important during World War …
A better world for sick kids with Opération Enfant Soleil: just Imagine
Imagine,” John Lennon’s anthem to peace regardless of race or religion, harmony and independence from material goods, was the theme and name of the fundraiser last Saturday evening at the …
Athlete impressions: Medals and cultural exchange are highlights of Canada Summer Games
Typically, media coverage of professional sporting events focuses on preparation and competition. But how athletes communicate and interact at major competitions like the Canada Summer Games also factors into their …
Looking ahead to Journées de la culture 2013
With autumn officially starting, this year’s Journées de la culture (Culture Days) offers Quebec City residents tours, workshops, and more. Now in its 17th year, this celebration of culture has …
An eclectic selection at Quebec City’s third annual film festival
The first weekend of the Festival de cinéma de la Ville de Québec kicked off last Friday night at the opulent Palais Montcalm. The Québécois film L’autre maison, a story …
Memorials and Things of Fame
1863 The Morning Chronicle We have already had occasion to inform our readers that the monument erected to the memory of the English and French soldiers who fell at the …
Fighting Irish Football Games
All three St. Patrick’s High School football teams were in action last weekend. It was a winning weekend as two of the three teams came up winners. Seniors …
News Digest September 18, 2013
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Mrs. Madeline Chouinard (nee King)
Mrs. Madeline Chouinard (nee King) of Quebec City died September 11, 2013 at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Mr. Roland Chouinard, Madeline immigrated to …
VEQ Fall Fest has a surprise visitor
On a rainy Saturday, September 14, the Voice of English-speaking Quebec (VEQ) held their fourth annual Fall Fest by teaming up with St. Vincent Elementary School, which hosted a corn …