Avenue Monk is named in honour of Sir James Monk (1745-1826), who was born in Boston but grew up in Halifax. He was a lawyer, public servant, politician and judge….
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Memorials and Things of Fame
1866The Morning ChronicleWe understand that a claim has been preferred by the contractors of the Quebec and Levis ferry upon the military authorities for payment of four hundred fares for…
Meet Luc Lang: marine communications officer and the QCT’s new sports reporter
Born and raised in northwestern New Brunswick, near Edmundston, I started my career as a Coast Guard radio operator for a year in Yarmouth, N.S., then spent the next seven…
Shaking it up in Quake Cottage earthquake simulator
Most Quebecers see little risk of an earthquake rocking their homes during their lifetime. However, the Canadian government thinks otherwise. According to a government website, Canada’s geography features several major…
The Jeffy Jan II preparing for 2017 Tall Ships Regatta
In August 1943 and in September 1944, Quebec hosted two important meetings between British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and American President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Significant decisions were taken at these…
Lions Golfers off to the CCAA Nationals on Prince Edward Island
The St. Lawrence Lions men’s and women’s golf teams are on their way to Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, for this year’s Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) Golf Nationals, from October…
Remembering our military at Mount Hermon Cemetery
Mark Brennan, executive director of Mount Hermon Cemetery, invites members of the community to take part in a special Remembrance Ceremony and Commemoration of Victoria Cross recipient Sir Richard E.W….
New interpretation centre at Domaine Cataraqui
Sillery has a rich history which can now be discovered at the Domaine Cataraqui. Last month the large estate on Chemin Saint-Louis unveiled its newest feature, an interpretation center located…
The Revenants are back . . . at the Morrin Centre
From October 21 to November 5, the Morrin Centre and Hérôle will host an all-new interactive Halloween experience. The former prison will open its doors, its cells and its darkened…
Quebec City Women’s Club Book Fair
It’s that time of year again! Time to pick up some real book bargains – most sell for only $1 – and stock up on some reading for those long,…