Come join us for a cozy afternoon chat about books at 1:30 p.m. every last Monday of the month. We have a new daytime book club at the Morrin Centre: Morrin Mystery Mondays! We’ll be reading mysteries and other cozies. For the meeting on October 30, please come ready to chat about an autumn-themed book—and feel […]
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Tuesday, October 31: Halloween Mask Day 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm LOCATION: Quebec City Reading Council 3005 William Stuart, room 201, Quebec (QC) G1W 1V4 This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. FACILITATOR: Mamie Stewart and Frances Farquhar This Halloween come and enjoy a fun afternoon with LLL members Mamie […] |
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This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. FACILITATOR: Suzette McKinnon Join LLL and Suzette McKinnon to learn more about the art of decluttering. Suzette has had over 30 years experience in residential and commercial interior design, which she continues to do today. During Covid she decided to write […]
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Get to know Voice of English-Speeking Québec during this workshop: Voice of English-speaking Québec has been helping English-speaking newcomers embrace life in the Quebec City region for over 40 years. VEQ strives to offer an assortment of helpful services free-of-charge to assist individuals, who are new to the region, find the services and resources they […]
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Parents and Petits is an activity for English-speaking families with babies and pre-school aged children that combines our former Take-a-Break, Baby Chat and Café au lait. The space is set up to give English-speaking pre-school aged children a chance to play and interact. Parents must stay on-site. Vouchers provided to cover the cost of parking Drop-in, […] |
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VEQ's Community Forum 2023 We are extremely happy to invite you to the VEQ community forum that is being held at the Eastern Quebec Learning Centre, on Saturday, November 4th. We want this forum to be an opportunity for the English-speaking community of the Québec City region to get together, discuss needs, and think about […]
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Dads! We’ve organized an activity for you and your kiddos to get messy in the kitchen while making a brunch for everyone to enjoy together afterwards. Join us on Saturday, November 4 at 9:30 a.m. at the Wellness Centre for a culinary activity with your little ones. A dietician from the CIUSSS will be there […]
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Members’ Day 2023 On Saturday, November 4, 2023, join the Morrin Centre staff for an exclusive day filled with activities and delights, put together to highlight the contributions of the Morrin Centre members to the Centre. On the menu, between 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.: 1:00 p.m. – Magician 2:00 p.m. – Exclusive Tour 3:30 […] |
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1 event,Are you feeling sore or tense? If you’re looking for a way to improve your overall well-being, this Self-care Workshop on Self-Massage could be the answer. Chrystine Roy, professional massage therapist and owner of Zeste Détente, will lead this two-hour workshop at the Wellness Centre teaching you moves and techniques to self-massage. Using only yoga balls […]
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4 events,Reserve your tickets today for our thirteenth annual fundraising dinner, taking place on Thursday, November 9, 2023. Join us for a memorable Literary Feast that will nourish your mind, body, and soul. | Evening's programme | This year, we are honoured to welcome a very special guest. Our keynote speaker, MARC GARNEAU, became the first Canadian […] Did you recently move to the Greater Québec City region and have questions about the provincial health care system? In 2018 Jeffery Hale Community Services, the Community Wellness Centre, and the Voice of English-speaking Québec put together a comprehensive guide with the intention of helping newcomers navigate the medical system here in Québec City with […]
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This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area. FACILITATOR: Ateliers & Saveurs Cost: $10* Back by popular demand! Join us for another exciting cooking class with the lovely people at Ateliers & Saveurs, we will be taking the themed Express Lunch class. This event is exactly a year after […]
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5 events,Game night is back! Spread the word! A fun and relaxed evening, in company of new friends and fun people. Light refreshments and free parking provided! https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=yvXCk1eqO0mBNupA7sm4BmDLD6bYd5JIgx_hsBzRlVlURDhNUVlKSUFKSUE3N0ZQSkc3NVBRTVY2UC4u Do you have your own board game that you would like to play? Bring it! Click here to see video tutorials on how to play […]
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Guest speaker edition of the Parents and Petits Get-together Get moving with other parents. Babies and kids are welcome too! Wear comfortable clothing for this activity with our guest speaker Alexandra Papavramidi-Julien, certified Pilates instructor from Lovjoy Pilates. She will guide the group through a class that will focus on improving strength, flexibility, and overall well-being, […]
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Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. This week we will be heading to the Cultural Center of the Ursuline Monestary and have a guided 1-hour tour in English of the museum. The entry fee is $11. We can […]
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Join VEQ, in partnership with the Municipality of Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier will offer a unique cooking workshop that will have us collectively make several meals that can be frozen, as well as a communal lunch together. A facilitator will guide the group through several recipes in the community center kitchens. Participants will be asked to bring a […]
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This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. FACILITATOR: Alexandra Henriques A dynamic multimedia presentation for all interested in making their special celebrations more earth friendly. Includes World faith celebrations from September to March, flora, food, lights, gifts, travel and cruises, winter sports and activities, and local resources. TO […] |
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The Wellness Centre is offering a FREE baby massage workshop for parents with infants aged newborn to nine months (before babies are crawling or walking). Come meet other English-speaking parents and learn how to soothe your baby through massage with massage therapist Chrystine Roy from Zeste Detente. This activity will start at 9:30 a.m. You must register! Space […]
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Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. This week we will be heading to the Cultural Center of the Ursuline Monastary and have a guided 1-hour tour in English of the museum. The entry fee is $11. We […]
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4 events,Ace your next job interview! Join VEQ in partnership with the FORT program for this interactive, hands-on workshop. Led by experienced career counsellor Carole Hautcoeur. Together, we’ll explore: Ways to structure your answers Questions employers shouldn’t ask How to answer difficult questions Pre-registration required. To register: https://forms.office.com/r/quUanBaC7w Light refreshments will be served. Limited space available. […]
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SERVICES FOR HEALTHY AGING IN THE RIGHT PLACE (SHARP) TOPIC: Thinking about your home and community…Resources for fall prevention PRESENTER: Dr. Jose Morais, Professor and Director, Division of Geriatric Medicine McGill, MUHC & JGH Register on the WE website here: https://wejh.ca/event/sharp-information-session-3/?instance_id=22204
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If you are caring for a loved one, either here or at a distance, the Caregivers’ Circle offers an oasis where you can share experiences with other English-speaking caregivers. Join us for a special Caregiver's Circle in the Norther Perimeter! We will be joined by Anaïs Fortin-Maltais who will also talk about the services and […]
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If you are caring for a loved one, either here or at a distance, the Caregivers’ Circle offers an oasis where you can share experiences with other English-speaking caregivers. Join us! Bring your own crafts and enjoy some pastries.If you hesitate to attend because you cannot leave your loved one alone, please call us so we […]
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Join CMA Medeiros, a trained and certified Grief Recovery Method Specialist, on Zoom for an introduction session to discover if the 8-week Grief Recovery Method course is right for you! We encourage you to attend the Introduction Session if you are interested in attending the 8-week Grief Recovery Method course. The Grief Recovery Method Introduction […]
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This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. FACILITATOR: Jeanni Potter Car Glamping Reconnect with yourself, family, friends, nature and beautiful destinations. Jeanni will share tips and photos - and demonstrate compact camping equipment - that maximizes comfort and safety, minimizes annoyances and cost, and rejuvenates your sense of […] |
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Join us to learn practical advice and tips for expectant parents from a certified Allaitement Québec breastfeeding support volunteer. Learn what to expect as your baby begins nursing Discover tips to help baby latch on easily Find the position that’s right for you and baby Follow baby’s rhythm and establish your own family routines Learn […]
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Library Lectures: Book Launch of The Calf With Two Heads by Louisa Blair Join us for the launch of Louisa Blair’s book The Calf With Two Heads on Thursday, November 16 at 7 p.m.! “Wow! I’m impressed. Stop scrolling on your phones and have a look at this.” – Tomson Highway, Cree playwright, author, musician These beautifully […]
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Who We Are Travellin’ Toddler Time (TTT) is free activity in English for children 3 and 4 years old and their parents/caregivers or grandparents. Participants sing songs, hear stories, make crafts and enjoy a snack. This activity is run by the Quebec City Reading Council ( QCRC) and the location rotates every month. Be sure to […] |
1 event,Help put up and decorate eight Christmas trees outside Saint Brigid’s Home this festive season! We’re looking for 4 to 5 guys to help us spread some festive cheer at Saint Brigid’s Home, a long-term care facility for seniors. This gesture will go a long way to making Christmas special to all who live there! […] |
2 events,Library Workshop Reading Poetry Reading poetry can seem like a daunting exercise, but it doesn’t have to be! Join us at the Library for the fourth instalment of our Reading Poetry workshops. The aim of this workshop is to give you the tools and vocabulary with which to discuss, think about, and above all, appreciate poetry. More […] |
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This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. FACILITATOR: Boni Jean Stafford What is numerology and how does it work? Specifically, the study of numbers and their energetic influence in your life. According to numerologists (people who practice numerology), numbers have a far deeper meaning than their numerical value […] |
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nterested in discussing literature with other book lovers? Missing connecting over books in the Library? Come join Pixels & Pages! Selection for November: Close to Hugh by Marina Endicott. Close to Hugh is available on OverDrive in an e-book format as part of the Morrin Centre’s digital collection. Please note that this event will be hybrid: the book club will […] |
3 events,***Please note that this event has been postponed. Stay tuned to VEQ's events calendar or Facebook page for updates! If you’re a job seeker or simply curious about your career options, you don’t want to miss the Central Quebec School Board Careers Information Session. The CQSB is one of the largest employers of English […]
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When learning a new language, it is inevitable to sometimes get lost in translation. My beginnings in French were quite hilarious and often embarrassing, but at least it made me giggle. I remember that at first, I used to think that the "hôtel de ville" was a hotel chain, like Marriott, Hilton, Barceló, etc. […]
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Do other people have a hard time understanding your three year-old talk? Is your child developing differently than their siblings? Is your child aged five or under and are you worried that something might be wrong? Does your family speak more than one language? Do you wonder if this is impacting your son or daughter’s […] |
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This series is designed to cover everything we don’t talk about, but should. Since death is part of life, everyone is invited to learn more about this delicate but crucial subject. Don’t hesitate to bring your questions: talking about death won’t kill you! In this specific session, lawyer Richard Goldman will go over advance medical […]
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Breastfeeding support edition of the Parents and Petits Get-together Breastfeeding support featured this time Join us to benefit from parent-to-parent contact, encouragement, and valuable information. This time, we will welcome Shelley Dupuis, a certified breastfeeding support volunteer with Allaitement Québec who will be present to provide breastfeeding support once a month. Connect with other English-speaking parents Support […]
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Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. This week we will be heading out for some shopping at Place Laurier! Spice up your fall wardrobe and get started on holiday shopping. We can pick anyone up who lives […] |
2 events,Help put up and decorate eight Christmas trees outside Saint Brigid’s Home this festive season! We’re looking for 4 to 5 guys to help us spread some festive cheer at Saint Brigid’s Home, a long-term care facility for seniors. This gesture will go a long way to making Christmas special to all who live there! […]
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Due to the teachers’ strike forcing the closure of Holland School, there will be three shows only for Wait Until Dark, Quebec Art Company’s thrilling fall dramatic production. Opening night will now be Friday, Nov. 24, at 7:30, with shows on Saturday evening and a matinee Sunday at 2 p.m.. We will reach out to those […]
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Sunday, November 26, from 9 a.m. to noon – Shannon Community Breakfast hosted by the CWL of Shannon at the Shannon Hall, 75 Gosford Road. The cost is $12 for adults, $5 for children 6 to 12, and free for children five and under. Bring your family and friends! We’d love to have you join […]
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Due to the teachers’ strike forcing the closure of Holland School, there will be three shows only for Wait Until Dark, Quebec Art Company’s thrilling fall dramatic production. Opening night will now be Friday, Nov. 24, at 7:30, with shows on Saturday evening and a matinee Sunday at 2 p.m.. We will reach out to those […]
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The "Arts & Crafts in Shannon” (Adults) scheduled for WEDN 11/22 was postponed until WEDN 11/29 Location: VEQ Community Space - Shannon - 438 Blvd Jacques-Cartier #109 (Shannon) Date: WEDN November 29th (1:30 pm - 3:30 pm) Theme: “Mixed Media” (Painting, Card making (using imprints, etc), Clay, scrapbooking with colour paper, scissors […]
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2 events,For the first time ever, VEQ will host an information session about immigration. The session will be conducted by Brenda Pizano, a regulated immigration consultant. Registration strongly adviced, as there is a maximum capacity! Link to the Zoom meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIlfuCsqzsiE9w0tEWaAOxyzRt1RLwvfdBN Link to the in-person session: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=yvXCk1eqO0mBNupA7sm4BmDLD6bYd5JIgx_hsBzRlVlUNjZINkk0MlMzRktYNU9aOFBFRUYxOUZPNi4u Here is an overview of […]
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Enjoy a multidisciplinary meeting between poetry and audio art that allow the creation of collages where poetic and audio influences intermingle. The duos Chœur(s) are lengthy correspondences between poets and audio artists from different locations in Canada, from the East Coast to the West. Some write and create in French, others in English. This project was driven […] |
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Holiday Get together Join us on Friday, December 1, at 9:30 a.m. for a holiday get-together for English-speaking families with babies and pre-school aged children. Feel free to wear a holiday sweater to help us celebrate the occasion. The space is set up to give English-speaking pre-school aged kids a chance to play and interact. […] |
2 events,Let's kick off the holiday season while celebrating a meal together! We are once again able to host a potluck. VEQ will provide the disposable plates, cups, and cutlery. Free parking is available on site. (Request the voucher upon arrival) We will have music and games, to make the ambiance more cheerful and party-like. […]
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Mark your calendars for our Holiday run-around & fun event for the whole family on Saturday, December 2 from 10 to 11:30 am at Quebec High School. Join us for a festive holiday celebration full of fun activities. Activities on site: Run around activities and games in the gym with Jarryd Craft corner : get your kids creative […] |
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