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Monthly Archives: August 2018
CFB Valcartier opens its doors to visitors
Canadian Forces Base Valcartier welcomed thousands of visitors on Aug. 18. While celebrating the 50th anniversary of the base, members of the 5th Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group generously welcomed visitors …
Summer school holidays are almost over … finally
My father was the principal of an elementary school. At this time of year, way back when, he’d bring me along as he prepared the school – red brick, of …
Quebec government unveils options for third bridge
With an election call looming, the Quebec government hastened last week to announce plans for a third link across the St. Lawrence River between Quebec City and Lévis. The plans …
Memorials and Things of Fame
August 21, 1818 – The Quebec GazetteWe understand that Lieut-Colonel Charles de Salaberry, commanding 19th Voltigeurs, has been appointed a member of the Legislative Council. It is said that his …
The story behind Place d’Armes
Situated in the heart of Old Quebec, Place d’Armes is surrounded by such historic buildings as the Château Frontenac, the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, and the Old Court House. …
Letter to the Editor
Hearing about the bridge collapse in Genoa is personally chilling. I remember driving across it in 2010. Lack of proper maintenance appears to be the main cause of its failure. …
Artists exhibit à trois on Île d’Orléans
Île d’Orléans is a beautiful place to visit at any time of year, but especially so in the summer. There are many charming villages and boutiques where artists and artisans …
A behind-the-scenes look at an upcoming MNBAQ exhibit
The Musée National des Beaux-arts du Québec (MNBAQ) will host three new exhibits this fall, one of which is the “350 Years of Artistic Practices in Quebec” exhibit, opening on …
JHSB Friends’ Foundation annual golf tournament now in full swing
Jeffery Hale–Saint Brigid’s Friends’ Foundation invites you to its 28th annual golf tournament, to be held at the prestigious Cap-Rouge Golf Club on Sept. 21. The foundation is very pleased …