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SUMMARY:Visit to the Musée de la Civilisation *For Newcomers*
DESCRIPTION:We’ve been invited to an exclusive guided visit to the exposition “Voisins et voisines d’ailleurs“\, where we will meet one of the artists\, filmmaker Felippe Martin. After that\, we’ll take our time to stroll through the museum’s latest exhibits\, Pompeii and Ô Merde. \n  \n***EDIT: VEQ will no longer provide transportation to the museum from our offices. *** \n\nPlease read the proposed timetable:\n  \n\n12:15 ► Departure from our offices (by bus)   ***NO LONGER AVAILABLE*** \n12:45 ► Arrival at the Musée de la Civilisation\, each participant is responsible for transporting themselves to the museum*. \n13:00 – 14:10 ► Guided visit to the exhibit Voisins et voisines d’ailleurs. \n14:10 – 14:20 ► Bathroom break \n14:20 – 15:45 ► Free visit to Pompeii and Ô Merde exhibits. Participants can stay together as a group or go separately on their own rhythm. \n15:45 ► Explore Old Québec on your own or with your new acquaintances! 😀 \n*costs not covered by VEQ \n  \n***Vaccination passport not required*** \n  \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/visit-to-the-musee-de-la-civilisation-for-newcomers/
LOCATION:Museum of Civilization\, 85 Rue Dalhousie\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1K 8R2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Mar%C3%ADa Castro":MAILTO:newcomers@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220121T003000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220121T013000
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SUMMARY:Pixels & Pages Book Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Interested in discussing literature with other book lovers? Missing connecting over books in the Library? \nCome join Pixels & Pages\, the Morrin Centre’s new online book club! \nNext Meeting: Thursday\, January 20 at 7:30 p.m. Please email library@morrin.org to learn more or to sign up! \nBook Selection for January:
URL:https://veq.ca/event/pixels-pages-book-club-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual meeting via Zoom\, Quebec\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220121T170000
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DTSTAMP:20260514T025446
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SUMMARY:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs Pre-Accelerator / Information Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Are you a woman entrepreneur in Quebec looking to advance your business in a stimulating\, growth-oriented\, and inclusive environment? \nThe Call for Applications for the ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs Pre-Accelerator (offered virtually) is now open! \nWe’re looking for 10 high-potential women-led startups from all sectors with a feasible idea or product that have what it takes to grow their business. \nIf chosen\, you will get access to seasoned business advisors\, exclusive programming\, community and peer networks\, visibility\, awards (up to $20\,000)\, and more over a 3-month period that culminates in a pitch competition. \nWill you be one of the 10? \nApply here by Friday\, February 18th. \n\nWondering if the ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs Pre-Accelerator is the next step for your business? \nLearn more about the program by attending one of our info sessions taking place on the following dates:\nFriday\, Jan 21st / 12:00-1:00PM\nThursday\, Jan 27th / 6:00-7:00 PM\nTuesday\, Feb 1st / 12:00-1:00PM\nThursday\, Feb 10th / 6:00-7:00PM \nBefore applying\, please make sure to read and adhere to the eligibility criteria: \n\nBe a dedicated founder or co-founder who identifies as a woman (said founder must also be the main participant for the program).\nStartup must be at least 50% women-led.\nHave a feasible\, creative and innovative process\, product or solution.\nDemonstrate the potential for start-up scaling or growth.\nContribute $100 towards a $1\,000 Cohort Award\, the recipient of which will be chosen by the cohort themselves.\nBe driven\, coachable\, and collaborative.\nBe a Quebec resident.\nBe able to participate in English.\nBe over the age of 18.\nBe able to commit to the 3-month online program.\n\nSpeakers:\n– Meltem Kilicaslan\, Program Manager\n– Liliane Rushemeza\, Business Coach\n– Derek MacNeil\, Business Coach \nRegister Here!\nPre-registration is required. Available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/ellevate-women-entrepreneurs-pre-accelerator-information-sessions-4/
LOCATION:Quebec
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220122T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220122T203000
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SUMMARY:Newcomers Snowshoeing Excursion
DESCRIPTION:Have you noticed that locals love being outdoors even in the winter?!\n  \nYou’ve been wanting to try snowshoeing but don’t own a pair?\n  \n\nVEQ in partnership with Accès-Loisirs will take you to the Jacques-Cartier Nat’l Park to enjoy a day of winter fun!\n  \n\nAll you need to do is email María Castro (newcomers@veq.ca) and sign up.\n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nWe only have 10 snowshoes for adults and a similar amount for children’s sizes. It is thus important that you reserve your spot!\n  \n  \nWe are providing transportation to the Jacques-Cartier National Park\, so if you recently moved to the Greater Québec City region and would like to explore this place and try a new winter sport while making new friends\, you only need to sign up! \nWe will leave from our offices (1270 chemin Sainte-Foy) at 9:00 from where we will head first to Pascal le Boulanger*\, a must-stop among hikers heading to the iconic national park. At the bakery\, you can get your lunch to go in case you forgot to prepare one or simply indulge with one of their famous pastries. After this quick stop\, the bus will take us to the Discovery & Services Centre\, situated on km 10 from the park’s entrance.  Once there\, you can choose the activities you would like to do\, like exploring one of the many trails listed below. Please take into consideration the trail’s length and estimated duration. We will leave the park at 3:00 PM. \nEvery passenger is expected to follow Public Health’s recommendations regarding the prevention of the coronavirus situation. Please wear a mask at all times during the bus ride. \nClick here to see the list of trails open for the season\, difficulty\, length\, type of trail (roundtrip or loop)\, estimated duration (it all depends on one’s rhythm) \nPlease remember to follow safety guidelines when going for a hike\, like wearing appropriate clothing and shoes\, or notifying someone which trail you will explore. You can take a look at this suggested how-to dress checklist. It is also recommended that you download the trail map\, you can do so here or on this website. The application AVENZA Maps also allows you to download them for free. \nMore websites with advice on how to dress and what to bring: \nWhat to wear winter hiking \nSnowshoeing Checklist \nSnowshoe Gear Checklist \n*at your own cost\, VEQ will not pay for purchases made here
URL:https://veq.ca/event/newcomers-snowshoeing-excursion-2/
LOCATION:Jacques-Cartier National Park\, 103 Chem. du Parc-National\, Stoneham-et-Tewkesbury\, Quebec\, G3C 2T5\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220125T233000
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SUMMARY:Govt of Canada Jobs Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Voice of English-speaking Quebec and Y4Y Quebec are co-hosting an ONLINE information session on job opportunities with the Government of Canada. Open to everyone.  Especially students and recent graduates interested in accessing part-time\, full-time\, summer jobs\, and internships. \n\n \n\nMany different fields and jobs are available in Quebec including administration\, agriculture\, communications\, enforcement\, finance\, IT\, policy\, and more. Learn how to apply. Get your questions answered by an HR Representative.\n\n\n \n\n To register please click the link below (registration required) \nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflY0dhnmn6CQ-4IIpXSqttC7V5BCRgXaRV-VPo_T_4NAb2iw/viewform
URL:https://veq.ca/event/govt-of-canada-jobs-info-session/
LOCATION:Virtual meeting via Zoom\, Quebec\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Susanna Tang":MAILTO:susanna.tang@veq.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220126T010000
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SUMMARY:Bylot Island Presentation with QCWC
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Québec City Women’s Club for a presentation by Marie-Christine Cadieux (MSc. Université Laval)\, a research assistant with the Bylot Island long-term ecological monitoring program since 2002. Marie-Christine will present an overview of the research that is being done at the Bylot Island research station and how the team was able to overcome the Nunavut lockdown in 2020 and obtain data from their study site without stepping foot on the island. \nDate: Tuesday January 25\, 7:00 pm\nZOOM link: https://ulaval.zoom.us/j/68067413077?pwd=dUZSYlpndDBoemMxbDRTc1c1eE9ydz09 \nFor more information\, please contact Debbie Stowe (418-844-1840)
URL:https://veq.ca/event/bylot-island-presentation-with-qcwc/
LOCATION:Virtual meeting via Zoom\, Quebec\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Debbie Stowe":MAILTO:debbie@stowe.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220127T224500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220128T000000
DTSTAMP:20260514T025446
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SUMMARY:CRA Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Start jotting down your tax-related questions! \nThis year the information session will be carried out via Microsoft TEAMS. \n  \nThe session will be held on the Microsoft Teams platform. Participants will only have to use the link below to join. No software installation or license is required. \n  \nMicrosoft Teams Meeting \nJoin on your computer\, phone\, or application \nTo participate\, click here! \nOr by phone (with audio only) \n+1 437-703-4643\,\,396689244#   Canada\, Toronto \nID Conférence Téléphone: 396 689 244# \nRechercher un numéro local | Réinitialiser le code confidentiel \nPour en savoir plus | Options de réunion \n  \nHere is an overview of the topics that will be covered: \n\nIntroduction to the Canadian fiscal system\nResidency status for newcomers\nDo you have to file a tax return?\nHow to file a tax return\nWhat documents do you need to file your taxes?\nMarital Status\nMost common tax credits and deductions for newcomers\nCanada Child Benefit (CCB) – Newcomers\nGoods and services tax/harmonized sales tax (GST/HST) credit – Newcomers\nCanada Workers Benefit (CWB) – Newcomers\nWhat should you do to continue receiving your payments?\nDirect Deposit\nUnderground economy\nAuthorize a representative\nScams\nLearning about taxes\nIncome Tax Assistance – Volunteer Program (ITAVP)\nOnline service – My CRA Account\n\n \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/cra-info-session/
LOCATION:Via TEAMS\, Anywhere you are as long as you have Internet access.\, Quebec\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Mar%C3%ADa Castro":MAILTO:newcomers@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220127T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220128T000000
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SUMMARY:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs Pre-Accelerator / Information Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Are you a woman entrepreneur in Quebec looking to advance your business in a stimulating\, growth-oriented\, and inclusive environment? \nThe Call for Applications for the ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs Pre-Accelerator (offered virtually) is now open! \nWe’re looking for 10 high-potential women-led startups from all sectors with a feasible idea or product that have what it takes to grow their business. \nIf chosen\, you will get access to seasoned business advisors\, exclusive programming\, community and peer networks\, visibility\, awards (up to $20\,000)\, and more over a 3-month period that culminates in a pitch competition. \nWill you be one of the 10? \nApply here by Friday\, February 18th. \n\nWondering if the ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs Pre-Accelerator is the next step for your business? \nLearn more about the program by attending one of our info sessions taking place on the following dates:\nFriday\, Jan 21st / 12:00-1:00PM\nThursday\, Jan 27th / 6:00-7:00 PM\nTuesday\, Feb 1st / 12:00-1:00PM\nThursday\, Feb 10th / 6:00-7:00PM \nBefore applying\, please make sure to read and adhere to the eligibility criteria: \n\nBe a dedicated founder or co-founder who identifies as a woman (said founder must also be the main participant for the program).\nStartup must be at least 50% women-led.\nHave a feasible\, creative and innovative process\, product or solution.\nDemonstrate the potential for start-up scaling or growth.\nContribute $100 towards a $1\,000 Cohort Award\, the recipient of which will be chosen by the cohort themselves.\nBe driven\, coachable\, and collaborative.\nBe a Quebec resident.\nBe able to participate in English.\nBe over the age of 18.\nBe able to commit to the 3-month online program.\n\nSpeakers:\n– Meltem Kilicaslan\, Program Manager\n– Liliane Rushemeza\, Business Coach\n– Derek MacNeil\, Business Coach \nRegister here!\nPre-registration is required. Available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/ellevate-women-entrepreneurs-pre-accelerator-information-sessions-3/
LOCATION:Quebec
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