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SUMMARY:Local Vocals
DESCRIPTION:Local Vocals Singing Ensemble – Join Us!Wednesdays | 2:30 PM – 3:30 PMTBD \nDo you love singing and learning new songs? Join the Local Vocals\, an English-language singing ensemble led by Choir Director Katharina Urbschat.We sing a vibrant mix of folk\, pop\, and classical songs—mainly in English\, with occasional tunes in German\, French\, and Latin. \nWhether you’re a seasoned singer or just starting\, you’re welcome to join us for musical fun and vocal exploration! \nFor more info\, contact: K.Urbschat@gmail.com
URL:https://veq.ca/event/local-vocals-2/2025-05-07/
LOCATION:Art Room – Jeffery Hale Pavillion\, 1270\, chemin Sainte-Foy\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1S 2M5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
ORGANIZER;CN="Katharina Urbschat":MAILTO:K.Urbschat@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Local Vocals
DESCRIPTION:Local Vocals Singing Ensemble – Join Us!Wednesdays | 2:30 PM – 3:30 PMTBD \nDo you love singing and learning new songs? Join the Local Vocals\, an English-language singing ensemble led by Choir Director Katharina Urbschat.We sing a vibrant mix of folk\, pop\, and classical songs—mainly in English\, with occasional tunes in German\, French\, and Latin. \nWhether you’re a seasoned singer or just starting\, you’re welcome to join us for musical fun and vocal exploration! \nFor more info\, contact: K.Urbschat@gmail.com
URL:https://veq.ca/event/local-vocals-2/2025-05-14/
LOCATION:Art Room – Jeffery Hale Pavillion\, 1270\, chemin Sainte-Foy\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1S 2M5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
ORGANIZER;CN="Katharina Urbschat":MAILTO:K.Urbschat@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250521T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250521T153000
DTSTAMP:20250606T150007Z
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SUMMARY:Local Vocals
DESCRIPTION:Local Vocals Singing Ensemble – Join Us!Wednesdays | 2:30 PM – 3:30 PMTBD \nDo you love singing and learning new songs? Join the Local Vocals\, an English-language singing ensemble led by Choir Director Katharina Urbschat.We sing a vibrant mix of folk\, pop\, and classical songs—mainly in English\, with occasional tunes in German\, French\, and Latin. \nWhether you’re a seasoned singer or just starting\, you’re welcome to join us for musical fun and vocal exploration! \nFor more info\, contact: K.Urbschat@gmail.com
URL:https://veq.ca/event/local-vocals-2/2025-05-21/
LOCATION:Art Room – Jeffery Hale Pavillion\, 1270\, chemin Sainte-Foy\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1S 2M5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
ORGANIZER;CN="Katharina Urbschat":MAILTO:K.Urbschat@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250522T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250522T183000
DTSTAMP:20250505T185106Z
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SUMMARY:"Let's Play!" (Games Nights in Shannon)
DESCRIPTION:Come play your favourites board and card games atVEQ Community Space!  Enjoy the early evening in a fun theand relaxed setting\, refreshments and snacks will be offered. Qwirkle\, Trivia games\, Sorry\, Monopoly\, Connect Four\, Chess\, Dominoes\, Tri-Ominoes! Blokus\, Uno\, Skip-Bo\, Scattegories\, and much\, much more! Bring your own game or discover new one’s while getting to know one and other. \nTo register or for more information\, contact Dominique Paddack at the VEQ office in Shannon: tel. 418 683-2366 ext. 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lets-play-games-nights-in-shannon/
LOCATION:VEQ Community Space (Shannon)\, 438 Blvd Jacques-Cartier\, Suite 202\, Shannon\, Quebec\, G3S 1N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
ORGANIZER;CN="Dominique Paddack":MAILTO:dominique.paddack@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250524T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250524T123000
DTSTAMP:20250428T141008Z
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SUMMARY:Visit and Lunch at Parliament Building
DESCRIPTION:Come join us\, and after the guided visit\, we will have lunch at the “Café du Parlement” — free entrance\, participants pay for own lunch. http://www.assnat.qc.ca/fr/visiteurs/restaurants/cafe-parlement/index.html \nREGISTER NOW  \nThe National Assembly is located in the heart of Québec City\, just steps from Old Québec\, and offers you a unique experience through its free guided tours. Learn about the Parliament of Québec and hear some remarkable stories! This fascinating tour (one hour) sheds light on Québec’s history as well as its parliamentary institutions and their major contribution to Québec society. The tour features the National Assembly’s beautiful architecture and works of art. Visit one of Québec City’s top tourist attractions! \nOpen to all!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/visit-and-lunch-at-parliament-building/
LOCATION:QC
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
ORGANIZER;CN="Viktoria Poulin Gareau":MAILTO:newcomers@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250527T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250527T140000
DTSTAMP:20250505T183223Z
CREATED:20250429T162651Z
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SUMMARY:Out & About: Musée de la Civilization
DESCRIPTION:Out & About at the Musée de la Civilisation – May 27 ️Step into Quebec’s rich cultural history with us! \nJoin Out & About for a guided tour of the In Other Words\, Quebec exhibit at the Musée de la Civilisation on Monday\, May 20 and Monday\, May 27. Our visit begins at 10:45 AM\, followed by a relaxed lunch at the museum’s café. We’ll return by 2:00 PM. \nThis outing is a fantastic opportunity to explore Quebec’s identity\, connect with others\, and enjoy an inspiring afternoon. \nFor participants aged 50 and up.RSVP with Ariel at maria.hoyt@veq.ca to reserve your spot!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-musee-de-la-civilization/
LOCATION:Musée de la Civilisation\, 85 Rue Dalhousie\, Québec\, QC\, G1K 8R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
ORGANIZER;CN="Ariel Blouin":MAILTO:maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250528T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250528T153000
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SUMMARY:Local Vocals
DESCRIPTION:Local Vocals Singing Ensemble – Join Us!Wednesdays | 2:30 PM – 3:30 PMTBD \nDo you love singing and learning new songs? Join the Local Vocals\, an English-language singing ensemble led by Choir Director Katharina Urbschat.We sing a vibrant mix of folk\, pop\, and classical songs—mainly in English\, with occasional tunes in German\, French\, and Latin. \nWhether you’re a seasoned singer or just starting\, you’re welcome to join us for musical fun and vocal exploration! \nFor more info\, contact: K.Urbschat@gmail.com
URL:https://veq.ca/event/local-vocals-2/2025-05-28/
LOCATION:Art Room – Jeffery Hale Pavillion\, 1270\, chemin Sainte-Foy\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1S 2M5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
ORGANIZER;CN="Katharina Urbschat":MAILTO:K.Urbschat@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250529T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250529T210000
DTSTAMP:20250516T193204Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Adapting to the World of Work in Quebec
DESCRIPTION:New to the Quebec job market? Wondering how to adapt to a new workplace culture?\nJoin us online for this FREE workshop in English. In just 3 hours\, learn the essentials to integrate smoothly into the Quebec workplace.\n\n\n\nRegistration required:  https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/bUfy0Dw3R06PhF2Tz-d_Qg\n  \nObjectives \n\nUnderstand the particularities of the Quebec workplace\nBecome aware of the importance of cultural adaptation in employment integration\nIdentify the expectations of local employers\nDevelop communication strategies adapted to the Quebec job market\nDevelop winning strategies for successful integration in Quebec\n\nContents \n\nA brief history of Quebec’s cultural heritage\nThe influence of culture on our behavior and values\nTips for overcoming culture shock\nBehaviors expected in the workplace\nIntercultural communication\n\nWhether you’re job hunting or settling into a new position\, this session will give you the tools and confidence to succeed. Don’t miss out! \nSpace is limited—register today! \nWe hope to see you there. \nBrought to you by VEQ in collaboration with Option-travail.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/webinar-adapting-to-the-world-of-work-in-quebec/
LOCATION:https://veq.ca/event/webinar-adapting-to-the-world-of-work-in-quebec/
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
ORGANIZER;CN="Susanna Tang":MAILTO:susanna.tang@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250531T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250531T150000
DTSTAMP:20250509T161409Z
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SUMMARY:VEQ Earth Day-Part II (Anne's Garden in Shannon)
DESCRIPTION:“Earth Day – Part II” – Visit & Plant in Anne’s Garden! \nFor those who missed out on our Earth Day activities in April – some good green news! Earth Day II is back in Shannon-town! \nCome take a breath of fresh air\, relax\, plant and visit a beautiful garden with flowers and plants sprouting and abounding! \nWe’ll be planting vegetable and flower seedlings in Anne’s great beautiful garden. She will also share her expertise on gardening and answer all your questions – and more! Materials and seeds are provided for. \nOpen to all\, bring family or friends – and let the summer planting season begin! \n\nSAT 5/31 (1:30 pm-3:00 pm)\nLocation: @ “Anne’s Garden” (in Shannon) – see with Dominique for address when registering;\nRegistration: Contact Dominique at VEQ Shannon office/ tel. 418 683-2366 ext. 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca\n\nNB: In case of rain – will be postponed to another date/TBD
URL:https://veq.ca/event/veq-earth-day-part-ii-annes-garden-in-shannon/
LOCATION:Annes’s Garden (in Shannon)\, Shannon\, QC
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
ORGANIZER;CN="Dominique Paddack":MAILTO:dominique.paddack@veq.ca
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