Mélissa Dumont is a queen without a crown. But she does have a rhinestone-encrusted tuque with a furry pom-pom on top. Dumont, the Duchess of Les Rivières, was crowned Queen…
Tag Archives: Community
A close-knit community
Julie Carpentier, principal of Valcartier Elementary School, describes her picturesque little school (built in 1949) as “very friendly.” “Kids are like family here” she says, adding, “They all know each…
School Daycare Educator certificate program offered at EQLC
It’s a great opportunity for anyone who enjoys working with children and has a few evenings per week to take a great course,” said Kerry Ann King in a recent…
Children of military personnel exempt from Bill 101 or not?
On January 29, the Quebec English School Board Association (QESBA) and the Quebec Central School Board (QCSB) held a press conference at the National Assembly to announce they are seeking…
Help us celebrate our 250th in style
We’re gearing up for a jubilant 250th anniversary celebration in June, and would like to share some of the fun. We are looking for a handful of motivated QCT readers…
Countdown to 250th anniversary of the QCT
Have you noticed our new banner? The Quebec Chronicle-Telegraph is celebrating a landmark anniversary this year. Yes, friends, you are reading North America’s Oldest Newspaper – together, we have been…
Connecting through culture: Song series at the Morrin Centre
As part of its Connecting through culture: Song series, the Morrin Centre invites you to a bilingual concert hosted by Randall Spear. The concert will feature nationally acclaimed blues and…
Margaret’s memories of Winter Carnival
With the 60th Carnaval de Québec starting this week, Margaret Oman contacted the QCT to see if we’d be interested in seeing her collection of Bonhomme Carnaval effigies and photos…
Safety of residents a top priority at Jeffery Hale – Saint Brigid’s
After the tragic fire in L’Isle-Verte, some residents and their families may be worried about such an event happening at the Jeffery Hale Hospital or Saint Brigid’s Home.We would like…
Not-so-comic drama
It’s important to be able to say ‘no’ to things that we aren’t okay with,” Penny Rose told the QCT. Rose is a cast member and outreach coordinator for the…