QHS students shine at Poetry Slam
While the rest of Quebecers were busy with last-minute Christmas shopping, wrapping gifts, and decking the halls, Quebec High School students were creating and presenting poetry to their peers in …
English families missing out on government money for their children
Registered Education Savings Plans are an untapped source of funding for children’s post-secondary education. Many English-speaking families across Quebec are missing out on grant money available for their children’s future …
Through the Lens of our Community
Show us what your community means to you!Voice of English-speaking Quebec (VEQ) and Megantic English-speaking Community Development Corporation (MCDC) present the joint initiative “Through the Lens of Our Community” which …
Make the most of winter on the Plains of Abraham
(NBC Press release) With the passing days and the cold fast approaching, National Battlefields Commission employees are busy completing the latest arrangements for the winter season. As soon as Mother …
Shack Attack delivers an unforgettable urban snowboard and freeski experience
On December 2, the first frosty night in Quebec, young freeskiers and snowboarders came out to test their tricks at Shack Attack, an urban ski and snowboard event on Grande-Allée …
Canada falls short on home care services
The upcoming 2014 Federal-Provincial Health Accord negotiations are an opportunity to transform our health care system to respond to the aging of our population and the associated pandemic of chronic …
Lewis Lucile Laura (née Loudin) 1914 – 2011
Lewis Lucile Laura (née Loudin) 1914 – 2011 On December 26th, 2011, in her 98th year, Lucile “Lou Lou” Laura (born Loudin) Lewis died peacefully in her sleep after celebrating …
Marguerite (Spooner) Hamel 1905 – 2011
Marguerite (Spooner) Hamel 1905 – 2011 Marguerite (Spooner) Hamel died at St. Brigid’s Home on December 27, 2011, at the age of 106. Mrs. Spooner was the wife …
U.S. BARGAINS MAY BE LACED WITH RISK
Canadians avoided the U.S. Banking disaster through prudence and good management. Yet they flock to pick up “bargains” in the states with little or no understanding of the scope of …
CEDEC SBSN launch in QCA a true provincial collaboration
CEDEC Small Business Support Network has launched into action in the Quebec and Chaudière-Appalaches regions! On December 8, CEDEC’s 5 à 7 event provided a space for small business owners …