Voice of English-speaking Québec

Caring Chapters
2026-02-02 13:30 - 15:00, 2026-02-09 13:30 - 15:00, 2026-02-16 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Online, Quebec, Canada
The Caring Chapters Club is a weekly virtual book club especially for caregivers. Engage in open discussions, connect with fellow caregivers and find solace in a community that understands.
Join our Fall 2025 Caregivers’ Book Club for a shared exploration of “The Poetry Pharmacy” (Teal version) by William Sieghart.
These poetic prescriptions and wise words of advice provide comfort, delight, and inspiration for all.
Reading will be spread over 10 weeks on Monday afternoons.
Secure your complimentary copy and reserve your spot by September 15.
Click to enroll in the Caring Chapters Club.
Questions?
For inquiries and registration, contact Anaïs Fortin-Maltais at afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net or 581-446-7476.

This activity is made possible thanks to

Chair Yoga - Shannon
2026-02-03 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-02-10 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-02-17 09:30 - 10:30 | Valcartier Military Family Resource Centre, Edifice 93 C.P. 1000, Succursale Forces, Courcelette, Quebec, G0A 4Z0, Canada
VEQ in partnership with the Valcartier Military Family Resource Center will be hosting chair yoga classes in the Northern Perimeter. Running every Tuesday from September 16th to December 15th, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am. A chair yoga session compliments a guided meditation during this 50 minute long class. Equipment is provided but participants are asked to bring their own mats if they have them. Registration is required by contacting David Zhu at david.zhu@veq.ca or by calling 418-683-2366 x 228.

Brain-Power Drop-In
2026-02-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Jeffery Hale Pavilion, 1270, chemin Sainte-Foy, Québec City, Quebec, G1S 2M4, Canada
Brain-Power Drop-in

February 3 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Event Series (See All)

Are you an English-speaking adult aged 50+ who wants to keep your mind sharp and healthy?Come join us for fun and stimulating board games designed to challenge your brain and help you connect with others.
Train your brain and play at your own pace
Meet new people
Enjoy a healthy snack
To participate:
Contact Anaïs
afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net
581-446-7476
To volunteer:
Boost your own brain power while supporting others—it’s a win-win!
Contact Elise
eholloway@jhpartners.net
581-446-6452

https://jhpartners.net/event/brain-power/2026-02-03/
Financial contribution from:

Suicide Prevention: Fostering Hope in our Community
2026-02-03 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual event, Quebec, Canada
Suicide Prevention: Fostering Hope in our Community

February 3 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us during Suicide Prevention Week for a supportive and engaging online workshop focused on suicide prevention and mental well-being. This workshop will be led by Lydia Jones from Association québecoise de prévention du suicide.
This session is designed to create a safe, respectful space where participants can learn practical ways to recognize warning signs, start caring conversations, and support themselves and others. We will focus on building awareness, reducing stigma and demystifying myths surrounding suicide.
You’ll leave with tools, resources, and a better understanding of how small actions can make a meaningful difference.
This workshop is offered through our Young & Empowered program, for youth and young adults. The workshop will be especially geared toward youth and young adults, but community members of all ages are welcome to attend.
This workshop will be in English.
Register to get the Zoom link to attend.
Questions?Contact Verity, Young & Empowered Program Coordinator 581-705-2149 vjordan@jhpartners.net

Morrin Centre Poetry Soirée
2026-02-03 19:30 - 21:00 | Morrin Centre, 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec City, Quebec, G1R 4H3, Canada
Morrin Centre Poetry Soirée

Join us on Tuesday, February 3, for an evening of poetry at the Morrin Centre!

Calling all poets and poetry enthusiasts!
The Morrin Centre holds open-mic poetry soirées the first Tuesday of every month, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Library. Come to read your poetry or come to listen!
These soirées are drop-in events. If you arrive after the event starts, please ring the doorbell.
If you have any questions, please contact library@morrin.org.

Please find the original event posting on the Morrin Centre Website: https://www.morrin.org/en/event/morrin-centre-poetry-soiree-7/?mc_cid=efffbe25af&mc_eid=783d4e7481

Local Vocals (CANCELLED)
2026-02-04 14:00 - 15:00 | Jeffery Hale Pavilion, 1270, chemin Sainte-Foy, Québec City, Quebec, G1S 2M4, Canada
Local Vocals Singing Ensemble – Join Us!Wednesdays | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PMJeffery Hale Pavilion
Do 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.
Whether you’re a seasoned singer or just starting, you’re welcome to join us for musical fun and vocal exploration!
For more info, contact: K.Urbschat@gmail.com

Fraud: It Doesn’t Just Happen to Others
2026-02-04 17:30 - 19:30 | 1270 chemin Ste-Foy, Québec, 1270 chemin Ste-Foy,, Québec, Canada
Join Voice of English-speaking Québec (VEQ), in cooperation with Éducaloi, for an informative and engaging workshop on fraud awareness.
Fraud can affect anyone — no matter their age, background, or experience.Our “Fraud: It Doesn’t Just Happen to Others” workshop helps participants understand how fraud works and how to protect themselves. Through real-life inspired examples, you’ll learn to recognize common fraud techniques and discover where and how to report attempted fraud.
REGISTER HERE
During workshop we will discuss:

Romance scams

Phishing and online identity theft

Immigration-related fraud

Online purchase scams

“Loved one in trouble” schemes

Risky investment offers

By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to understand what fraud is and how it occurs, recognize the most common fraud schemes, and identify the appropriate steps and resources for reporting fraud.
Please, contact Viktoria Poulin Gareau for more information: Newcomers@veq.ca

Partners in Care: Palliative Care
2026-02-04 18:30 - 20:00 | Saint Brigid’s Home, 1645 Chem. Saint-Louis, Québec, QC, G1S 1G4, Canada
Partners in Care: Palliative Care

February 4 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

This event is offered both in English and in French.

The Partners in Care workshops aim to inform caregivers and family members about clinical topics to promote effective collaboration with care teams. These workshops are offered by JH Partners and are made possible through funding by L’APPUI pour les Proches Aidants.

The session will be held in both English and French, alternating between the two languages. While this may slow the pace slightly, it allows us to welcome more people and respect everyone’s preferred language. Thank you for your understanding!

Register here.

Financial contribution from:

VEQ February 2026 Game Nights
2026-02-05 18:30 - 20:30 | 1270 chemin Ste-Foy, Québec, 1270 chemin Ste-Foy,, Québec, Canada
Looking for a relaxed way to meet people and have fun?
Join us for VEQ’s Game Night at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
This event is open to all!
Whether you’re new to the English-speaking community or a longtime local, come connect over board games and light refreshments. Bring a game you love or try something new from our collection!
It is free to attend, but please register here so we know who to expect:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/veqs-february-2026-game-nights
Email info@veq.ca if you have any questions.
We can’t wait to play with you!

The Grief Recovery Method Course
2026-02-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Online via Zoom, Quebec, Canada
For eight weeks, come together over Zoom with CMA Medeiros, a trained and certified specialist in the Grief Recovery Method. In this Grief Recovery Method course, she will guide you through the following:

Meet, discuss grief, reactions, and responses to grief.
Get a clear view of how grief can build up.
Practice compassion for yourself and others,
Develop deep listening skills and start to increase your vocabulary related to emotions.
Acquire practical lifelong skills for processing and dealing with loss and grief.
Learn how to listen and support others moving forward.
Gain tools to help you recognize your feelings and emotions tied to losses,
Equip yourself to make choices about moving through grief that won’t weigh you down.

This learning experience is about two skills that go hand in hand: How to compassionately witness others who grieve and learning how to be present with your own grief.
Important notes

There will be class discusion during the sessions and weekly homework. Homework will include reading, writing and journaling exercises.
We will provide you with a copy of the book for free.
We require you to register for this Grief Recovery Method course as places are limited. Due to the nature of this course, we request that you commit to attending the course from beginning to end for the full 8-week duration.

This is a closed group. Places have already been filled.

For more information

Research at Kent State University has shown that The Grief Recovery Method approach is evidence-based and effective. It helps grievers deal with the pain of emotional loss in any relationship. To find out more about this method and to download free e-books on grief, visit the Grief Recovery website.
Questions?
Please contact Verity, We Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932

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YES Business Coaching
2026-02-09 - 2026-02-10
Each month, VEQ hosts business coaches from YES Employment + Entrepreneurship, a non-profit organization based in Montreal and funded by the federal and provincial governments. Their primary goal is to support business owners across Québec in English. The business coaching sessions, offered once a month by two expert coaches, are completely FREE. You can book a 1-hour session to validate your idea, discuss your project, or receive other assistance. These sessions are open to everyone—from entrepreneurs just starting their business to established business owners looking to stay up to date with the latest trends or marketing insights. In addition to coaching, YES also organizes events to help entrepreneurs expand their networks and offers numerous online workshops.
Whether you’re launching a startup, scaling your business, or seeking expert guidance, you’re always welcome to join! Gain access to personalized business coaching, hands-on startup workshops, and a thriving entrepreneurial community—all designed to support your long-term success.
Reach out to Viktoria Poulin Gareau at newcomers@veq.ca if you’d like to book a spot!

Artistic Connections: Crafting Personal Stories that Fit Our Current Reality
2026-02-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Morrin Centre, 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec City, Quebec, G1R 4H3, Canada
Artistic Connections:
Crafting Personal Stories that Fit Our Current Reality

Join us for a storytelling workshop with workshop facilitator Michèle Thibeau!

Join in the experience of crafting and refining a personal story or two in a relaxed and safe setting. This workshop offers space to reflect and engage with your stories—the ones you tell yourself and the ones you tell others. Through a series of prompts, we will craft short, personal stories. In pairs or small groups, we will share them and reflect on the process of letting go of a story that no longer serves us and welcoming a new one that fits our current reality. Take advantage of this opportunity to gain feedback, perspective, and inspiration from fellow participants on how your stories land with them.

This workshop is given in English.
It is open to all and no previous experience is required.
Please visit the Morrin Centre Website to register: https://www.morrin.org/en/event/artistic-connections-crafting-personal-stories-that-fit-our-current-reality/?mc_cid=efffbe25af&mc_eid=783d4e7481

Arts & Crafts (in Shannon) - Valentine's Day Card making
2026-02-10 16:00 - 17:30 | VEQ Community Space (Shannon), 438 Blvd Jacques-Cartier, Suite 202, Shannon, Quebec, G3S 1N5, Canada
Come join us to make your own hand-crafted Valentine’s Day card! With the help of our great “Card-making volunteer”, we’ll be using an imprint machine, stencils, paint, colour paper and whatever may be floating on your lovely and creative mind !

Goblins and Grimoires: STEAM Club
2026-02-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Morrin Centre, 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec City, Quebec, G1R 4H3, Canada
Morrin Centre is hosting a STEAM Club for children ages 8-12 every Tuesday evening from February 10 – April 07, 6-7pm.
To register, click HERE
More details to follow!

In the Ballroom: Close to the Floor
2026-02-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Morrin Centre, 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec City, Quebec, G1R 4H3, Canada
In the Ballroom:
Close to the Floor

Dive into the lively practice of traditional québécois dances!

Join us for five exciting events celebrating québécois dance and music traditions, some of which are rooted in English-speaking communities that have long helped shape our province’s cultural landscape. If you are curious, love living heritage activities, or simply want to move and have fun, come experience the energy of traditional dances and the stories behind them with our Ès TRAD guests!

On February 10, let yourself be drawn into a journey of rhythm, where the québécois jig dances with its cousins from elsewhere, with Maude Filion and Sabin Jacques (accordion).

Program:
-Short concert
-Short historical introduction to jig
-Jig workshop

This activity is offered bilingually, in both French and English.
Please bring comfortable shoes with with good support and non-adherent soles, as well as a water bottle.

Book your tickets here!

Invité(e)s

Credit: Carbo Photo

Maude Fillion découvre la danse traditionnelle alors qu’elle est toute jeune et fera ensuite partie de la troupe de spectacle de la compagnie de danse Manigance pendant plus de 10 ans avant d’en assurer la direction artistique pendant 5 ans. Elle a dansé sur plusieurs scènes différentes dans 7 pays, incluant plus de 15 ans dans le spectacle invité sur les bateaux de croisières qui accostent dans le port du Vieux-Québec. En parallèle, elle enseigne la gigue et la danse traditionnelle québécoise depuis 2004, entre autre pour le Club Gigus. En 2022, elle rejoint le groupe celtique McCool et en 2023, elle rejoint la distribution du Match d’improvisation giguée, qui tourne actuellement dans différentes salles au Québec. Récemment boursière du Conseil des Arts et Lettres du Québec et du Conseil des Arts du Canada, Maude s’intéresse à d’autres types de gigue et se forme auprès de plusieurs mentor(e)s. Elle se questionne sur les variations techniques qui les différencient ou les relient à la gigue québécoise.
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Credit: Carbo Photo
Sabin Jacques s’est taillé une brillante réputation dans le milieu de la musique traditionnelle québécoise. Gaspésien d’origine, il est reconnu dans son milieu autant au Québec que sur la scène internationale. De 1992 à 2009, il fait d’importantes rencontres avec des artistes populaires : Édith Butler, Hugues Aufray, Jean-Pierre Ferland et Grégory Charles. Il participe à l’hommage à Alfred Montmarquette qu’initie le regretté harmoniciste Gabriel Labbé. Installé en Chaudière-Appalaches depuis 2009, il cofonde le Camp de Souches à Oreilles, haut lieu bouillonnant de transmission en patrimoine vivant. Sabin a permis, en tant que formateur, à des centaines de musiciennes et musiciens, amateurs ou professionnels, de s’initier ou d’approfondir leurs connaissances de la musique traditionnelle du Québec. Récemment décoré de plusieurs prix en lien avec son dernier album intitulé Grandes Rencontres, Sabin Jacques possède jeu sensible et virtuose.

Dans la salle de bal — Musique et danse traditionnelles d’une communauté est présenté en collaboration avec le Centre de valorisation du patrimoine vivant Ès TRAD et rendu possible grâce au soutien financier du Gouvernement du Québec et de la Ville de Québec, à travers leur Entente de développement culturel.
Découvrez la programmation complète ici!

Movie Matinée (Shannon)- Valentine's Day movie!
2026-02-11 13:30 - 15:30 | VEQ Community Space (Shannon), 438 Blvd Jacques-Cartier, Suite 202, Shannon, Quebec, G3S 1N5, Canada
Come join us at the loving Community Space to see our Valentine’s Day feature! It’ll knock your heart right out of your head!
Free event. Light snacks and beverages are offered. Please register with Dominique.

Local Vocals
2026-02-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Jeffery Hale Pavilion, 1270, chemin Sainte-Foy, Québec City, Quebec, G1S 2M4, Canada

Info Session: Applying for Jobs with the Government of Canada
2026-02-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Jeffery Hale Pavilion Multipurpose Room, 1270, chemin Sainte-Foy, suite 2141, Québec City, Quebec, Canada
Register today & come join us to learn the ins and outs of applying for federal public service jobs! Have your questions answered by an HR rep.
Link to register: Government of Canada Jobs Info Session 2026- Registration Form
We’re pleased to host Human Resources Advisor Elaine Lam from the Public Service Commission of Canada.
In this session you will learn about:

Government of Canada Job Opportunities
How to search for jobs on the web portal, GCJobs
The hiring process
How to read and understand a job poster : eligibility, preference, essential and other qualifications, language competencies
Preselection questions and evaluations, including Second Language Evaluations and Assessment Accommodations
Understanding the status of your application, and what next?

About the Public Service Commission (PSC) of Canada
Public Service Commission (PSC) of Canada is responsible for:

Supporting departments and agencies in hiring qualified individuals into and within the public service, to achieve a public service that reflects the diversity of Canada;
identifying and eliminating barriers in recruitment and staffing processes;
developing policies and practices that will continue to help ensure that equity group members are well represented in the federal public service.

Follow them on social media (X, Facebook, Instagram) to learn more about GC Job Opportunities: linktr.ee/gcjobs

Safe at Home
2026-02-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Jeffery Hale Pavilion, 1270, chemin Sainte-Foy, Québec City, Quebec, G1S 2M4, Canada
Safe at Home

February 11 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

This workshop is designed for older adults who want to stay at home safely for as long as possible, as well as their caregivers.
Join occupational therapist Mia Pelletier for a practical, two-hour interactive workshop on safe aging at home. Learn essential techniques to adapt your environment and your day to day tasks, develop healthy habits, and prevent falls in your home environment. Participants will receive clear guidance, hands-on practice, and personalized feedback from a registered OT.
Everyone must register.

Wednesday, February 11 at 6:00 p.m. In-person at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion.

For more information, contact Anaïs Fortin-Maltais, Well 50+ & Caregivers’ Circle programs coordinator at 581-446-7476 or afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net

Stop Scrolling, Start Doing!
2026-02-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Jeffery Hale Pavilion, 1270, chemin Sainte-Foy, Québec City, Quebec, G1S 2M4, Canada
Stop Scrolling, Start Doing!

February 12 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

No stress ways to beat procrastination, manage distractions, and build small habits that stick.
Ever put something off until ‘later’ and somehow later never comes? Procrastination happens especially when your phone, friends, and life are competing for your attention.
In this session, we’ll break down why procrastination shows up, how to manage distractions, and how small, positive habits can help you get things done in school, work and life.
You’ll walk away with simple and practical strategies to help you take action and feel more confident starting (and finishing) what really matters.
The session is in partnership with QCRC and offered through our Young & Empowered program, for youth and young adults in our community. Facilitated by Michelle Osbourne, QCRC Skills Building Lab.
Register to let us know you’re coming!
Questions?Contact Verity, Young & Empowered Program Coordinator 581-705-2149 vjordan@jhpartners.net

Parents and Petits Get-Together
2026-02-13 10:00 - 11:30 | Jeffery Hale Pavilion, 1270, chemin Sainte-Foy, Québec City, Quebec, G1S 2M4, Canada
Parents and Petits Get-together

February 13 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

A great chance for English-speaking parents of babies or preschool-aged children to meet and chat with other parents, talk about being a parent and get support. Expectant parents also welcome.

Guest speakers on subjects of interest to new parents. See the list of speakers in the Upcoming Events callout on this page.

Breastfeeding support available upon request.

Special events

Drop-in, no registration required
The space is set up to give English-speaking pre-school aged kids a chance to play and interact.
Parents must stay on-site.

Goblins & Grimoires: Storytime
2026-02-14 10:30 - 11:30 | Morrin Centre, 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec City, Quebec, G1R 4H3, Canada
Morrin Centre is hosting a storytime for children ages 3-7 every Saturday from February 14 – April 04, 10:30 – 11:30am.
To register, click HERE
More details to follow!

MoveHer Meetup
2026-02-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Ste-Foy Elementary School Gymnasium
Women Supporting Women: A Community Group for Connection & Wellness
Looking to connect with other women in your community, make new friends, and boost your physical and mental well-being?
Join MoveHer, our Women’s Community Group created by women for women where English-speaking women come together to build friendships, foster wellness, and have fun in a relaxed, welcoming space.
Whether you’re new to the area or simply looking to meet new people, this group is all about connection, support, and shared joy.
‍♀️ Each session blends light physical activity and casual, friendly games. The perfect mix of fitness, fun, and relaxation.
Location: Ste-Foy Elementary School Gymnasium
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Dates:
September 21, 2025
October 19, 2025
November 16, 2025
December 14, 2025
January 18, 2026
February 15, 2026
March 15, 2026
April 19, 2026
May 17, 2026
June 14, 2026
Ready to join us? We’d love to welcome you into the group!
Drop-ins welcome, but do let us know if you plan to attend so we know who to expect.
Questions? info@veq.ca

Ichor on the Skinwalker Social Deduction Game
2026-02-16 18:00 - 22:00 | Morrin Centre, 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec City, Quebec, G1R 4H3, Canada
Ichor on the Skinwalker
Social Deduction Game

The Morrin Centre and Club Raspoutine present a second edition of the Ichor on the Skinwalker game in the Morrin Centre Library!

Ichor on the Skinwalker is a group activity made of deductions and communication, made to learn about yourself while having fun. Over the course of one evening, our villagers must identify and neutralize the man eaters that walk among them! To succeed, they’ll need all of their powers of persuasion. Borrowing from the principles of other social deduction games such as “Werewolf,” Ichor promises a fun social gathering even as you learn skills applicable to your daily life.

This activity is offered in French, to participants aged 16 and older.
The billet régulier includes a first drink (with or without alcohol).
The billet VIP includes a first drink (with or without alcohol) as well as a mini-guided-tour of the prison.

To book your ticket, click here. *
*Morrin Centre members benefit from a $3 discount on the tickets. To receive the discount code, please send an email to that effect to jeannelebosse@morrin.org.

Schedule
6 p.m. — Doors open + Start of mini-guided-tour
6:30 p.m. — Seat attribution and first round (tutorial and explanations)
7:00 p.m. — Game start
10:00 p.m. — Estimated game end
10:00 p.m. + — Debrief on the game and socializing (optional)

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Ichor on the Skinwalker is a creation of a couple from Quebec: Maude and Franc. Maude is passionate about creating extraordinary and memorable experiences. Franc, an eternal student of the human mind and of communications, is always delighted to put his experience to good use for his partner’s visionary projects.
You can find their organisation, Club Raspoutine, on their Facebook page or on their website.
