And they’re off! The traditional Winter Carnival ice canoe race had athletes battling their way to and from Lévis on Feb. 5. (Photo by Cassandra Kerwin) Ice canoe racers brave strong tides, slush and giant ice floes Cassandra Kerwin cassandra@qctonline.com Following the freezing weather that hit Quebec City as the 69th Winter Carnival opened, warmer temperatures…
High Steppin’ Daddy brought the energy of a Western-style hoedown to the Port de Québec at the traditional Calgary Stampede Pancake Breakfast. PHOTOS: Calgary Stampede brings hot sausages and pancakes to Carnival Photos by Cassandra Kerwin cassandra@qctonline.com…
Arctic temperatures cause Carnival headaches – and worse Myriam Labbé myriam@qctonline.com On Feb. 2, a wide Arctic front descended into southern Canada, dropping temperatures to near-record lows in many areas….
Bonhomme Carnaval will inaugurate his new float at the return of the Lower Town night parade on Feb. 4. The Upper Town parade will take place Feb. 11. (Photo by Cassandra Kerwin) Media preview offers glimpse of Carnival parades Cassandra Kerwin cassandra@qctonline.com Bonhomme Carnaval’s wish for mountains of snow was granted on the eve of the behind-the- scenes media tour of the…
Once through the main entrance to Bonhomme’s Ice Palace, carnival-goers will discover Bonhomme’s Laboratory, where they can test their wits with fun and games. (Photo by Cassandra Kerwin) Bonhomme’s Ice Palace and dome take shape for Winter Carnival Cassandra Kerwin cassandra@qctonline.com Traffic slows down around the Fontaine de Tourny as drivers and pedestrians try to catch a glimpse…
Bonhomme Carnaval is getting people excited for the 69th Quebec Winter Carnival, scheduled from Feb. 3 to 12. Parades, camping and a laboratory part of 69th Winter Carnival Cassandra Kerwin cassandra@qctonline.com The Quebec City Winter Carnival is coming back in style. Bonhomme Carnaval started the countdown on Nov….