The Centre des Congrès de Québec was the venue for Comiccon 2016, presented by Télétoon la nuit, the third edition of the trade show dedicated to the comic-book industry. This…
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A tragic and comic night at the opera
The Opéra de Québec presented two one-act operas by Puccini at the Grand Théâtre this past week. The QCT was invited to attend the dress rehearsal on October 20. The two…
Fighting in Flanders – Gas. Mud. Memory.
Canada played a pivotal role in Belgium during the First World War – a story that deserves to be shared with Canadians from coast to coast to coast. The Musée…
Jack Little discusses the Coffin Affair
Every few years, one of Quebec’s most famous criminal trials, known as the “Coffin Affair,” resurfaces as a matter of public interest and sparks debates about justice and freedom of…
Teal is the new orange for Halloween
Halloween traditions have remained fairly steadfast throughout the years. This year, however, parents of children with peanut allergies will breathe a sigh of relief at the sight of teal-coloured pumpkins…
History and reflections on Montcalm
The Montcalm section of Quebec City consists mainly of the Plains of Abraham, where Wolfe’s army maneuvered and then clashed with Montcalm’s in 1759. The area called Montcalm is bracketed on…
Once upon a time in Montcalm
On October 17, Joe Lonergan, president of Irish Heritage Quebec, gave a talk called “Once Upon a Time in Montcalm.” Using a series of then-and-now photos, he spoke about growing…
Valcartier celebrates Settlement Days: 1816 – 2016
Thanksgiving in Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier was not only about turkey. It was a weekend full of festivities as people of all ages came out to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the opening…
Deciphering the Anglo-Quebec code
This article first appeared in the Plattsburg, N.Y., Press-Republican, for which Peter Black also writes a regular column.I celebrated a milestone recently, though there was no cake or champagne; in…
YES celebrates 20 years of helping young business people
Have you ever wished for someone to help you get your business off the ground, or to help with sales and marketing advice? Or perhaps you’re an artist who…