The Franglaise Association wants you to practice English or French
A group of students on a mission to practice their English and French gathered together on a recent Sunday night for a screening of Bon Cop, Bad Cop on the …
Study shows francophones in Quebec City more bilingual
A francophone in Quebec City is often more equipped to reply “Hello” and have a conversation with someone in the street than an anglophone in Ottawa is to speak with …
Montreal-based institute hopes to encourage learning in retirement in Quebec City
Born at the end of the steam train era, Andrew MacDougall has been able to turn a boyhood fascination with steam engines and street cars into a life-long passion, thanks …
Look hard at English schools
In last week’s issue of the Quebec Chronicle-Telegraph we read that the Central Québec School Board is “celebrating increased enrolment” in its schools. No one can deny that is good …
LHSQ cancels controversial book auction
The silent book auction that wasn’t will not be. The Literary and Historical Society of Quebec has decided it will not proceed with the a controversial auction of old books …
DDO students fill bags with love for literacy in Africa
To teach about other countries in the world is an important mandate at Dollard-des-Ormeaux School, but to help our students discover the realities that other children must face is just …
Katimavik attracts student volunteers across Canada
In the shadow of the Site Historique de la Visitation, a church that once hosted one of New France’s first religious communities, a Katimavik house has been introducing young English …
One person dead following fire at Complexe Samuel Holland
One 70 year-old female resident has died following a fire Tuesday morning at the Complexe Samuel Holland on the corner of Rue Ernest Gagnon and Chemin Ste. Foy. The …
Death Notice for the English community – Park, Marie-Ange (Lamothe) 1928-2009
At Centre d’Hebergement du Boisé on March 20, 2009 at the age of 80, Marie-Ange Lamothe, the beloved wife of William (Bill) Park, passed away. She was the daughter of …
Jeffery Hale Exposition Révélation
Spring has arrived and we are busy preparing for the annual art exhibit at the Jeffery Hale Hospital. It is an opportunity for residents of the Jeffery Hale as well …