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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260511
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SUMMARY:YES Business Coaching
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPlease note\, this month all sessions with a business coach will be online. \n 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. \nWhether 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. \nReach out to Viktoria Poulin Gareau at newcomers@veq.ca if you’d like to book a spot!
URL:https://veq.ca/fr/event/yes-business-coaching-13/
LOCATION:QC
ORGANIZER;CN="Viktoria Poulin Gareau":MAILTO:newcomers@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260511T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260511T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T064943
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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/fr/event/caring-chapters/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:Online\, Quebec\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Ana%C3%AFs Fortin-Maltais":MAILTO:afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260511T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260511T203000
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CREATED:20260421T152136Z
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SUMMARY:My Morrin Presentation: "Fending off the Americans for 250 Years"
DESCRIPTION:  \nBefore Donald Trump in 2025\, before James Madison in 1812\, Benjamin Franklin had designs on Canada. Madelaine Drohan will talk about how he rationalized that desire\, what he did about it\, and why he failed. She will also discuss how the French Canadians played a pivotal role in the events of 250 years ago\, and why the lessons learned then remain relevant today. \nMadelaine Drohan\nMadelaine Drohan is a senior fellow at the Graduate School of Public and International Policy\, University of Ottawa\, a former Canada correspondent for The Economist\, and a former foreign correspondent for The Globe and Mail. During her long journalism career\, she covered politics\, economics\, and business in Africa\, Asia\, Canada\, and Europe. He Did Not Conquer: Benjamin Franklin’s Failure to Annex Canada is her latest book. \nPlease visit this link to purchase tickets: https://thepointofsale.com/tickets/my-morrin-20260511?mc_cid=1615aa411c&mc_eid=783d4e7481 \ninfo@morrin.org \nThis event is presented through the My Morrin program. \nThis event is organized in collaboration with the Canadian International Council – Section Québec (CIC-Québec).
URL:https://veq.ca/fr/event/my-morrin-presentation-fending-off-the-americans-for-250-years/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T103000
DTSTAMP:20260613T064943
CREATED:20250414T123758Z
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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/fr/event/chair-yoga-shannon/2026-05-12/
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:20260512T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T190000
DTSTAMP:20260613T064943
CREATED:20260423T131622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T131832Z
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SUMMARY:S.T.E.A.M. Club: Nature Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a nature-themed STEAM Club every Tuesday from 6-7 pm ! \n\n\n\n\nThe S.T.E.A.M. (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art\, and Math) Club welcomes children ages 8 to 12 who love to experiment\, create\, and learn more about the world around them. This free program aims to promote creativity\, critical thinking\, and perseverance in each session. \nThis spring\, come join our nature-themed STEAM Club Nature Explorers\, Tuesdays at 6pm\, from May 5 to June 23 ! \nRegistration is required to participate. If all places are filled\, you will be contacted and put on a waiting list. \n*For further information\, please contact our Education Coordinator\, Hee Won Son\, at education@morrin.org. \n\n\n 
URL:https://veq.ca/fr/event/s-t-e-a-m-club-nature-exploration/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Morrin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260513T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260513T150000
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CREATED: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/fr/event/local-vocals-4-3/2026-05-13/
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:20260514T093000
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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/fr/event/chair-yoga-valcartier/2026-05-14/
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:20260514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260514T190000
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CREATED:20260423T144045Z
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SUMMARY:Tween-Tales Book Club: Alone
DESCRIPTION:This week\, the Tween-Tales Book Club will be reading Alone by Megan E. Freeman! \n\n\n\n\nThe Tween-Tales Book Club is an intimate and engaging book club for 10 to 13 YO children. The group will have two weeks to read each book\, which will be provided by the Morrin Centre. The 75 minute sessions will be dedicated to discussing\, reflecting\, and learning more about the book. Pariticipation in every session is highly recommended. *Books subject to change according to availability and interest. \nOur goal is to foster a love of reading in every child through various fun and interactive activities in order to encourage them to continue reading. \nEach session is free\, but registration is required to participate. \n*Please note that places are limited. If all the places are taken you will be contacted and placed on a waiting list. \nFor additional information\, please contact our Education and Heritage Coordinator\, Hee Won Son\, at education@morrin.org. \n\n\n 
URL:https://veq.ca/fr/event/tween-tales-book-club-alone/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Morrin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260514T203000
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CREATED:20260224T185306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T185932Z
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SUMMARY:VEQ May 2026 Game Nights
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a relaxed way to meet people and have fun? \nJoin us for VEQ’s Game Night at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. \nThis event is open to all! \nWhether 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! \nIt is free to attend\, but please register here so we know who to expect:\nhttps://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/veqs-may-2026-game-nights \nEmail info@veq.ca if you have any questions. \nWe can’t wait to play with you!
URL:https://veq.ca/fr/event/veq-may-2026-game-nights/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:1270 chemin Ste-Foy\, Québec\, 1270 chemin Ste-Foy\,\, Québec\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
ORGANIZER;CN="Voice of English-speaking Qu%C3%A9bec":MAILTO:info@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260515T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260515T143000
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CREATED:20260421T175814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T185033Z
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SUMMARY:Out & About: Walk at Promenade Samuel-De Champlain
DESCRIPTION:Out & 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 taking you to the Quai des Cageux to enjoy a walk next to the beautiful St-Lawrence River. Together\, we will enjoy an afternoon walk in great company. \nPlease make sure to dress appropriately for the weather. The area can get pretty windy next to the river. If rain is scheduled for that day\, we will try to reschedule. You will be notified at least 24 hours in advance if anything changes. \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). There is also free parking available close to the Quai des Cageux. \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 Quai des Cageux around 1:00 p.m.⏰ Bus departing around 2:30 p.m. \nPick-up time will vary depending on your location.
URL:https://veq.ca/fr/event/out-about-walk-at-promenade-samuel-de-champlain/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Quai des Cageux\, 2795 Bd Champlain\, Québec\, QC\, G1W 2J3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities for Seniors
ORGANIZER;CN="L%C3%A9a Bureau":MAILTO:lea.bureau@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260516T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260516T113000
DTSTAMP:20260613T064943
CREATED:20260423T144624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T191532Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Family and little ones are welcome to our weekly storytime in the beautiful Morrin Centre Library every Saturday 10:30 to 11:30! \n\n\n\n\nStorytime is a free literacy program for children ages 3 to 7. Each activity begins with the reading of a story followed by a craft inspired by its themes. Our objective is to foster children’s love of reading by providing fun\, interactive activities that will encourage them to continue reading after each session. \nAll sessions are in English and take place in the Library every Saturday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m! \nRegistration is required to participate\, but participation in every Storytime sessions is not required. \n*For further information\,  please contact our Education Coordinator\, Hee Won Son\, at education@morrin.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://veq.ca/fr/event/storytime/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Morrin Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260517T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T064943
CREATED:20250910T161951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T161953Z
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SUMMARY:MoveHer Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Women Supporting Women: A Community Group for Connection & Wellness \nLooking to connect with other women in your community\, make new friends\, and boost your physical and mental well-being? \nJoin 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. \nWhether you’re new to the area or simply looking to meet new people\, this group is all about connection\, support\, and shared joy. \n‍♀️ Each session blends light physical activity and casual\, friendly games. The perfect mix of fitness\, fun\, and relaxation. \n Location: Ste-Foy Elementary School Gymnasium\n Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\n Dates:\nSeptember 21\, 2025\nOctober 19\, 2025\nNovember 16\, 2025\nDecember 14\, 2025\nJanuary 18\, 2026\nFebruary 15\, 2026\nMarch 15\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nMay 17\, 2026\nJune 14\, 2026 \n Ready to join us? We’d love to welcome you into the group!\nDrop-ins welcome\, but do let us know if you plan to attend so we know who to expect.\nQuestions? info@veq.ca
URL:https://veq.ca/fr/event/moveher-meetup/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Ste-Foy Elementary School Gymnasium
CATEGORIES:Events and Activities for All
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