Walking in the woods, I often pass by the Rivière aux Pommes that cuts through a piece of our land. Alder trees (Latin name Alnus, which means “close to the …
Daily Archives: 12 January 2021
Remparts return to action on Jan. 23 in Rimouski
After a month-and-a-half layoff, the Quebec Remparts will get back in action along with the other 17 teams of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) starting on Jan. 21.The …
A special season awaits NHL players, teams and fans in 2021
The 2020-21 season of the National Hockey League (NHL) got underway on Jan. 13 with five games, including the first of 10 meetings between the Montreal Canadiens and the Toronto …
We must protect French – but not at the expense of Quebec’s English-speaking communities
At the dawn of 2021, English-speaking Quebecers are witnessing the relative language peace we have enjoyed for many years fade. In Ottawa, Official Languages Minister Mélanie Joly has promised to …
Exploring the origins of Mittens Alley in Limoilou
Alleys, or ruelles as they are known in French, are very important to the culture and lifestyle of Limoilou.In a 2010 article titled “Les Ruelles de Limoilou: mythes, obligations et …
Embracing the outdoors during COVID-19
Get out and visit our Belle Province. The winter scenery will surely lift your spirits, but don’t forget to get back home before the 8 p.m. curfew. ...
Democracy has been challenged
American politics has provided us with a welcome distraction from COVID-19.A good many of us viewed the presidential election, and its bizarre aftermath, with the detached amusement usually reserved for …