It appears on many postcards representing the Chateau Frontenac, but tourists probably do not notice the Auberge Saint-Antoine, at the feet of the chateau. With 95 bedrooms, the hotel accommodates…
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The Auberge Saint-Antoine, a hotel full of history in the heart of Québec City
photo by Pauline Moisy There are a number of hotels in Québec City where clients can work out or go to the spa. But the Auberge Saint Antoine is the…
Helicopter unit in training for Afghanistan
They’ve trained at Ft. Irvine in California to prepare for desert-like conditions. Now, at the Valcartier Canadian Forces base, they’re learning how to respond under battle pressure in different environments.”They…
Refus Global, sixty two years later
On August 9, 1948, painter Paul-Émile Borduas and a group of other Québécois artists signed a manifesto called “Refus Global,” or loosely translated into English: “Global Repudiation.” It was a…
Royal Military College graduates 220 new officers
“They have to be very organized,” said Capt. Daniel Madryga, RMC Public Affairs Officer. “Their organizational skills are top notch.”Madryga was speaking of the more than 220 Officer Cadets of…
Doucet, Bill
Doucet, BillPassed away on Wednesday May 19, 2010 at Grand River Hospital K-W Health Centre. Bill resided in New Hamburg and was born 63 years ago in Ancienne-Lorette, Quebec. He…
Saint Andrew’s, Old Quebec, Celebrates Another Milestone in 2010
This year marks another historic anniversary for Saint Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Old Quebec. After celebrating the 250th anniversary of the congregation in 2009, the church building itself will mark…
Smith, Nelson
Nelson SmithSmith, Nelson Charles ‘Smitty’ It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Nelson Charles Smith on Tuesday, May 18th, 20l0. Predeceased by his parents Edna and…
Newsie Notes for May 26, 2010
Betty’s Quilters will be having their annual quilt show May 30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the St Gabriel de Valcartier Municipal Center, 1743 Boul. Valcartier, St-Gabriel-de-Valcartier. For…
Huguette (Drolet) Scardina
Huguette (Drolet) ScardinaIt is with great sadness that the family of Huguette Drolet Scardina of Québec City, QC, announces her passing on Wednesday, May 19th, 2010 at St-Brigid’s Home. She…