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SUMMARY:Caring Chapters
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJoin our Fall 2025 Caregivers’ Book Club for a shared exploration of “The Poetry Pharmacy” (Teal version) by William Sieghart. \nThese poetic prescriptions and wise words of advice provide comfort\, delight\, and inspiration for all. \nReading will be spread over 10 weeks on Monday afternoons. \nSecure your complimentary copy and reserve your spot by September 15. \nClick to enroll in the Caring Chapters Club. \nQuestions? \nFor inquiries and registration\, contact Anaïs Fortin-Maltais at afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net or 581-446-7476. \n\nThis activity is made possible thanks to
URL:https://veq.ca/event/caring-chapters/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:Online\, Quebec\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Ana%C3%AFs Fortin-Maltais":MAILTO:afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
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SUMMARY:Imagination Writers Festival
DESCRIPTION:Will you join us for the 2026 Imagination Writers’ Festival?\nThe Morrin Centre will be full of literary activities from April 21 to April 26!\n\nSave the date right away\, and stay tuned: the full Festival lineup and program are coming your way very soon…
URL:https://veq.ca/event/imagination-writers-festival/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Morrin Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Morrin Centre":MAILTO:info@morrin.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
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SUMMARY:Imagination Writers Festival
DESCRIPTION:What’s the Imagination Writers’ Festival? \nA dynamic and convivial celebration. Pop-up activities\, wine and tea tastings\, workshops\, concerts\, discussions\, and more. \nA cultural meeting space. Meet authors\, translators\, and artists face to face; chat about books\, drinks\, food\, arts\, and more with other Festival attendees; discover new books\, new universes\, new friends. \nAn unforgettable experience. 30+ authors and artists\, 40+ activities at the Morrin Centre and in nearby schools and partner organizations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConnections\nInclusive Ticketing\nBook Sale\nSalon & Cafe\nSustainable Development\nAccessibility\nFestival Team\nUNESCO City of Literature\n\n\n\n\nThe Imagination Writers’ Festival aims to promote Canadian literature in its many forms\, showcase the diverse literary landscape of our country\, and be a marker of the vitality of our culture. To that effect\, this year\, we are embracing the theme of connections! The Festival team is delighted to present a series of events and activities held in partnership with cultural and literary organizations\, or inspired by (and put together with advice from) other literary festivals. \nAmong these activities are: \n\nLanguages Intertwined discussion\, in collaboration with the Kwahiatonhk! Festival\nSilent Writing activity\, inspired by the GritLit Festival\nPop-Up-Cartoonist activity\, in collaboration with QuébecBD\nLiterary Translation panel\, in collaboration with the Maison de la littérature\nPop-Up-Poet activity\, inspired by and with advice from the Whistler Writers Festival (and poet Bronwyn Preece) and the Vancouver Writers’ Fest (and poet Elliott Slinn)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick on the images to learn more about the events and buy your tickets! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFestival Pass \nYou would like to register for many of our Imagination Festival events? The Festival Pass is for you! In a single purchase\, save your spot for up to 15 Festival events. \n—Should you wish\, after your purchase\, to add or remove events from your registration list\, please contact us at info@morrin.org. \n—The following events are NOT included in the Festival Pass: Launch\, youth events\, Books & Wine\, Books & Tea. \n—The Festival Pass is not retroactive. The cost of any individual tickets purchased before this Festival Pass will not be deduced from its cost. \nPlease note: registration to workshops with limited space will be treated on a first-come\, first-serve basis. Selecting it in the Festival Pass registration form does not guarantee a spot in the workshops. A confirmation will be sent to you by email within five business day following your purchase. Should there be no spots left for a workshop by the time of your Festival Pass purchase\, we will let you know and add your name to the waiting list. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n**Please visit the Morrin Centre website for more festival details and passes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/imagination-writers-festival-2/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Morrin Centre":MAILTO:info@morrin.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T103000
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SUMMARY:Chair Yoga - Shannon
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/chair-yoga-shannon/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Valcartier Military Family Resource Centre\, Edifice 93 C.P. 1000\, Succursale Forces\, Courcelette\, Quebec\, G0A 4Z0\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="David Zhu":MAILTO:david.zhu@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T120000
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CREATED:20260128T165548Z
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SUMMARY:Brain-Power Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Brain-Power Drop-in\n\nFebruary 3 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n Event Series (See All)\n\n\n\n\nAre 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. \n Train your brain and play at your own pace\n Meet new people\n Enjoy a healthy snack \nTo participate:\nContact Anaïs\n afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net\n 581-446-7476 \nTo volunteer:\nBoost your own brain power while supporting others—it’s a win-win!\nContact Elise\n eholloway@jhpartners.net\n 581-446-6452 \n\nhttps://jhpartners.net/event/brain-power/2026-02-03/ \nFinancial contribution from:
URL:https://veq.ca/event/brain-power-drop-in-5/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Jeffery Hale Pavilion\, 1270\, chemin Sainte-Foy\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1S 2M4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Ana%C3%AFs Fortin-Maltais":MAILTO:afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T193000
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CREATED:20260408T205212Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Play (Games nights in Shannon)
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Play” (Game Nights/Shannon) \nCome join us to have a laugh\, meet new people and play board/card games! Bring your own to show and play! \nSign ups open for TUE 4/21 (min. 3 participants) \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lets-play-games-nights-in-shannon-2/
LOCATION:VEQ Community Space (Shannon)\, 438 Blvd Jacques-Cartier\, Suite 109\, 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:20260422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T150000
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CREATED:20260223T185814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T185814Z
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SUMMARY:Local Vocals
DESCRIPTION:Local Vocals Singing Ensemble – Join Us!Wednesdays | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM \nSaint-Michael’s Anglican Church\n1800 chemin Saint-Louis\n\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-4-3/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Saint-Michael’s Anglican Church\, 1800 chemin saint-louis\, Québec\, QC\, G1S 1H7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
ORGANIZER;CN="Katharina Urbschat":MAILTO:K.Urbschat@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T193315Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop - Time Management *New Date*
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this free\, interactive workshop! \nMaster your workflow by identifying—and eliminating—the habits that slow you down. This course provides the roadmap for better planning. We’ll also talk about common time-wasting habits we fall into\, and how to overcome them. \nYou will learn: \n\nWhat time management is\nTips to help plan our time\nHow to meet deadlines and handle busy times\nHow we can improve our time management\n\nRegistration required: UP Skills for Work Workshop Registration Form  – Fill in form \nThe Time Management course is part of the UP Skills for Work program which helps you build skills for learning\, work\, and life. When you have these skills\, you have the foundation you need to work well with others — at work\, at home\, and in your community. \nOur gratitude to ABC Life Literacy Canada for developing the workshop and providing the resource materials.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/workshop-time-management/
LOCATION:1270 chemin Ste-Foy\, 1270 chemin Ste-Foy\, Quebec\, QC\, G1S 2M4
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
ORGANIZER;CN="Susanna Tang":MAILTO:susanna.tang@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140718
CREATED:20260408T204201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T204201Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day (in Shannon)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://veq.ca/event/earth-day-in-shannon/
LOCATION:VMFRC Community Centre – Edifice 93 C.P. 1000 Courcelette/Shannon QC G0A 4Z0\, Edifice 93 C.P. 1000\, Succursale Forces\, Shannon/Courcelette\, G0A 4Z0
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
ORGANIZER;CN="Dominique Paddack":MAILTO:dominique.paddack@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T103000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140718
CREATED:20250414T123758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T172639Z
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SUMMARY:Chair Yoga - Valcartier
DESCRIPTION:VEQ in partnership the Municipality of Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier will be hosting chair yoga classes in the Northern Perimeter.  Running every Thursday from September 18th to December 18th\, 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.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/chair-yoga-valcartier/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Municipality of Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier\, 2215 Bd Valcartier\, Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier\,\, Quebec\, G0A 4S0\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="David Zhu":MAILTO:david.zhu@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140718
CREATED:20250623T145136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T170729Z
UID:10002286-1777023000-1777037400@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Northern Perimeter - Community Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of cooking\, with recipes found locally and afar!  Enjoy lunch and bring home a portion too! A big thank you to the Valcartier Community Centre for allowing us to use their amazing kitchen facilities! \nRegistration is required\, participants have the option to either pay a flat fee or contribute to the ingredients for the session\, please indicate which you prefer on your signup! \nContact David at 418-683-2366 x 228 or david.zhu@veq.ca to confirm your participation.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/community-kitchen-6-2/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier Community Center\, 2215 Bd Valcartier\, Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier\, Quebec\, G0A 4S0\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="David Zhu":MAILTO:david.zhu@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140718
CREATED:20260323T164251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T164251Z
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SUMMARY:Out & About: Shopping Laurier
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nOut & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out\, socialize\, and bond with others. \nThis week\, we will be heading out for some shopping at Place Laurier! We can pick you up by bus at your place\, or you could meet the bus at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion (1270 chemin Ste-Foy\, free parking). \nTo register or get more information\, please get in touch with Léa Bureau: \nBy phone: (418) 683-2366 ext. 229 \nBy email: lea.bureau@veq.ca  \n\n\nDetails\nArrival at the mall around 10:30 a.m.⏰ Bus departing around 1:00 p.m. \nPick-up time will vary depending on your location.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-shopping-laurier-5/
LOCATION:Laurier Québec\, 2700\, Blvd. Laurier\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1V 2L8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities for Seniors
ORGANIZER;CN="L%C3%A9a Bureau":MAILTO:lea.bureau@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140718
CREATED:20260309T143933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T165633Z
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SUMMARY:Books and Wine
DESCRIPTION:Do you love wine? Do you love literature? Books & Wine is perfect for you! \nSommelier Bianca Thériault will present wines that she has selected to perfectly complement three books featured at this year’s festival. The authors will discover which wine pairs with their book and learn how their stories inspired the sommelier. Participants will get to taste each wine alongside a delicious appetizer. \nThis is the perfect opportunity to become more familiar with books from the festival and to meet their authors! \nThe featured books are: \n—My Thievery of the People by Leila Marshy \n—John Candy: A Life of Comedy by Paul Myers \n—Inner Space by Jakub Szamalek \n***Please note: The Books & Wine tickets are sold separately from the Festival Pass. You can purchase tickets for this event right away\, even if you intend to purchase a Festival Pass once they are available. \n  \nBUY TICKETS HERE
URL:https://veq.ca/event/books-and-wine/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Morrin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T173000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140718
CREATED:20260323T165052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T165153Z
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SUMMARY:Out & About: Quebec Art Company Matinee - Grease
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nOut & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out\, socialize\, and bond with others. \nThis week\, VEQ is offering free transportation to the Quebec Art Company’s production of Grease. Join us for an afternoon of amazing musical performances at the Holland Elementary School. \nWe can pick you up by bus at your place\, or you can meet the group at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion (1270 chemin Ste-Foy\, free parking). \nTo register or get more information\, please get in touch with Léa Bureau: \nBy phone: (418) 683-2366 ext. 229 \nBy email: lea.bureau@veq.ca  \n\n\nDetails\n⏰  Matinee time: 2 pm to 5:30 pm (doors open at 1:30 pm) \nCost: Special rate of 20$ per person for VEQ members (payable at the door\, cash or credit card only) \nPick-up time will vary depending on your location.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-quebec-art-company-matinee-grease/
LOCATION:Holland Elementary School\, 940 Av. Ernest-Gagnon\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1S 3R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities for Seniors
ORGANIZER;CN="L%C3%A9a Bureau":MAILTO:lea.bureau@veq.ca
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