July 1 2020 Edition
St. Michael’s Hall cleared out for renovations
Volunteers are clearing out nearly 75 years’ worth of accumulated items from St. Michael’s Anglican Church Hall on Chemin Saint-Louis to prepare for renovations.
Montcalm project causing major traffic disruptions
A major construction project is now at full steam ahead in the busy quadrant of Avenue Cartier and Chemin Sainte-Foy between Rue Sherbrooke and Avenue de Salaberry.
Pucker up – embrace rhubarb as Canada’s national vegetable
A couple of years ago, this space made the case for the “versatile, nutritious, abundant, delicious wild blueberry” as Canada’s national fruit. “It’s grown from coast to coast to coast, a leading export product, and a staple for all manner of wildlife – indeed beavers have been known to snack on the berries.”
Chipmunk chows down at Lise’s garden
Photos by Lise Lafond
Whether he needs it or not, this little chipmunk decided to freshen his breath with some peppermint.
In celebration of all things Canadian
Canada Day will feel different this year, with no large gatherings on the Plains of Abraham, no giant cake, compliments of the Château Frontenac, served on Dufferin Terrace, and no fireworks! Local notables can enjoy the novelty of sitting on deck chairs in their own yards, watching their children or grandchildren run through the sprinkler.
Open letter to Jean-François Roberge, Minister of Education: ‘Let English school boards serve out their terms’
Dear Mr. Roberge:
On June 11, Eric Blackburn, Deputy Minister of Education and Higher Learning, sent to Stephen Pigeon, the Director General of the Central Québec School Board (CQSB), the logo and letterhead of the future Central Québec School Service Centre.
MEMORIALS AND THINGS OF FAME
The story behind Avenue Honoré-Mercier
STREET VIEWS
This street is named in honour of Honoré Mercier (1840-1894), lawyer, journalist and politician.
St. Pat’s celebrates with the Class of 2020
With plans to host an in-person graduation ceremony once it is safe to bring people together again, the staff of St. Patrick’s High School organized its annual Ring and Pin ceremony on June 22. One hundred Secondary 5 students answered the call and assembled in the school gymnasium to officially join the ranks of the SPHS alumni.
Château Frontenac offers gourmet take-out meals
The Château Frontenac has added two gourmet meals to its take-out menu, allowing customers to enjoy feasts worthy of the iconic hotel in the comfort of their own homes.
Every Saturday this summer, until the end of August, it will be possible to impress the family with a delicious Royal BBQ or to recreate an elegant afternoon tea at home.
