Commons hearings offer lessons on real people in government
To paraphrase the prime minister, many lessons have been learned from the SNC-Lavalin affair/controversy/scandal/teapot tempest. Many of those lessons have been civics lessons; so much so that, for those who …
Irish eyes were smiling at Shannon Irish Show
It may have been cool outside, but it was “hot” inside the Shannon Community Centre on March 9 as the 53rd edition of the Shannon Irish Show was presented not …
The 53rd Shannon Irish Show is set to go!
Two key jobs to a great Shannon Irish Show are the stage manager and the MC. The Catholic Women’s League of Shannon, the sponsor of the show, is proud to …
Is your computer really off . . . or is it wasting energy?
Whatever you call it – vampire power, standby power, phantom power, leaked energy – this is the electricity that your gadgets continue to consume even when on idle. We increasingly …
A new home for the Valcartier Historical Committee
The Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier Historical Committee is celebrating the long-awaited move into its new office and archive space. Some 50 people came to the Open House to view the new facilities on …
They’re not asking for the moon, just a safe place to sleep
I thought that I knew Quebec City, a city I’ve lived in for a long time. But I was taken aback last week when I read an article by Mylène …
Community Calendar
March 5 to 10 – International Auto Show at ExpoCité. For details, visit salondelautodequebec.com/en. Thursday, March 7 at 7 p.m. – Quebec Art Company Annual General Meeting in the boardroom …
OBITUARY: Gertie Edwards GROGAN
Gertie Edwards Grogan died at Saint Brigid’s Home on February 24, 2019. Gertie was a founding member and longtime president of Saint Brigid’s Guild, an exceptional friend and caregiver, a …
City pool to reopen soon; rink future in doubt
While one recreational facility in Upper Town is getting ready to reopen, another’s fate is in limbo.A city official has confirmed the swimming pool at the Lucien-Borne community centre is …
Dive into history with Immersion Québec
Thanks to advancements in technology, locals and tourists can dive right into key moments in Quebec City’s history. Immersion Québec offers a new, whirlwind experience in three phases to help …