A central theme in the history of the modern world, if we may be permitted to crunch a millennium into a few words, has been the struggle of ordinary folks …
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Holy Trinity launches its Midi en Musique concert series
Starting on July 4, the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, at 31 Rue Des Jardins in the Old City, will be hosting a series of eight concerts on Thursday afternoons …
MEMORIALS AND THINGS OF FAME
June 25, 1869 – The Morning ChronicleSt. Jean Baptiste – The Society of St. John the Baptist celebrated the festival of their patron Saint yesterday with a procession of unusual …
The story behind Rue Cyrille-Duquet
This street is named in honour of Cyrille Duquet (1841-1922), who was born in Quebec City. He was a clockmaker, jeweller, goldsmith and a passionate collector of jewelry. He was …
Congratulations to St. Patrick’s High School class of 2019
Proud parents and friends gathered at the Palais Montcalm on June 20 to see the young people graduate. Due to rain, graduates wearing white and green gowns and mortarboards gathered …
Fun and games expected at 23rd Fêtes de la Nouvelle-France
Summer’s here, and Quebec City is preparing for its many festivals. The Fêtes de la Nouvelle-France (FNF) is a favourite for families, historians and re-enactment enthusiasts, who are putting the …
After much speculation, Quebecers like the Grand Marché
On June 20, a few days after the inaugural weekend of the Grand Marché de Québec, Mayor Régis Labeaume, Deputy Premier Geneviève Guilbeault, André Lamontagne, minister of agriculture, fisheries and …
Congratulations to Quebec High School class of 2019
Energy was buzzing around Quebec High School on June 19. Beautiful girls and handsome boys in their royal blue gowns and mortarboards became young women and men that evening. …
J-C Poitras and Libby Oliver examine fashion statements at MCQ
Fashion, clothing, photography, cinema, family and travels complete the summer program at the Musée de la Civilisation (MCQ). Until Sept. 20, visitors can admire the significant and influential fashion pieces …
Moving Day, with or without your pet
July 1, as we all know, is Canada Day, but it’s also Moving Day in the province of Quebec. Seventy per cent of leases expire on this date and many …