VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, etc.
Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, museum visits etc)
For this 4 week series we will get back to basics .*** topics subject to change, please contact us for up to date information.
June 29: Device basics and settings
July 6: Email
July 13: Using zoom
July 20th: Q and A, review and perfect what we’ve learned!
For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) or Maria (maria.hoyt@veq.ca) or call 418-683-2366 x 224
Voice of English Speaking Quebec invites anybody 50+ to hop on the bus and join us for brunch at Ben et Florentine in Val-Belair.
Bus pick-up will be at the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier and Shannon community centres.
To reserve your spot, or for more information, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca.
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
Borrow a tablet from VEQ, keep in touch with other community members and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday morning, themes vary from Trivia, to virtual museum visits, to home exercise.
This week, an easy home workout you can do to keep you feeling strong!
For a detailed schedule, and to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Voice of English Speaking Quebec invites adults ages 50+ to hop on the bus and explore the Maya exhibit at the museum of civilization. There is no cost to admission.
Pick ups are at the Shannon and Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centres.
For more information or to reserve your spot on the bus, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, etc.
Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, museum visits etc)
For this 4 week series we will get back to basics .*** topics subject to change, please contact us for up to date information.
June 29: Device basics and settings
July 6: Email
July 13: Using zoom
July 20th: Q and A, review and perfect what we’ve learned!
For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) or Maria (maria.hoyt@veq.ca) or call 418-683-2366 x 224
Voice of English Speaking Quebec invites members of the English-Speaking community aged 50+ to hop on the bus.
This week, get your shopping bags handy as we go to the Marché Sainte-Foy and stock up on fresh produce!
Pick up at the Shannon and Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centres.
To reserve your places on the bus contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
Borrow a tablet from VEQ, keep in touch with other community members and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday morning, themes vary from Trivia, to virtual museum visits, to home exercise.
This week, an easy home workout you can do to keep you feeling strong!
For a detailed schedule, and to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library and Computer Centre’s Liz Perrin at the Connect Project to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, security, etc. You are also welcome to join with your own device, but keep in mind these sessions are geared towards android devices.
Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, games, museum visits, recipe shares, etc.)
For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) 418-683-2366 x 228
Voice of English Speaking Quebec invites members of the English-Speaking Community aged 50+ to hop on the bus as we go into Old Quebec to enjoy a concert at Chalmers-Wesley United. This week, Crépuscule ( traditional Scottish music).
Pick up in Shannon and Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier
For more information or to reserve your seat, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
Borrow a tablet from VEQ for free, keep in touch with other community members, and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday afternoon from 1-2pm! Themes vary from Trivia, ice breakers, virtual visits, home exercises and more. You are also welcome to join on your own device.
For more information or to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library and Computer Centre’s Liz Perrin at the Connect Project to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, security, etc. You are also welcome to join with your own device, but keep in mind these sessions are geared towards android devices.
Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, games, museum visits, recipe shares, etc.)
For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) 418-683-2366 x 228
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
Voice of English Speaking Quebec invites people aged 50+ to hop on the bus as we discover the historic chapel in Fossambault-sur-le-Lac , and then enjoy some ice cream ( or gelato).
Pick up at the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier and Shannon community centres.
For more information or to reserve your spots, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366x 224 or cathrine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Voice of Quebec invites people aged 50+ to hop on the bus as we go Out and About to the Quebec City Aquarium.
Bus pick up from St-Gabriel-de-Valcartier and Shannon community centres ( 12:00 and 12:20 respectively).
For more information or to reserve you spot, contact Catherine baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Borrow a tablet from VEQ for free, keep in touch with other community members, and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday afternoon from 1-2pm! Themes vary from Trivia, ice breakers, virtual visits, home exercises and more. You are also welcome to join on your own device.
For more information or to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library and Computer Centre’s Liz Perrin at the Connect Project to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, security, etc. You are also welcome to join with your own device, but keep in mind these sessions are geared towards android devices.
Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, games, museum visits, recipe shares, etc.)
For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) 418-683-2366 x 228
Voice of English Speaking Quebec invites anyone aged 50+ to hop on the bus and head out to the Aquarium! Get your walking shoes on, bring a lunch and 22$ cash to pay for the entry fee.
To reserve your spot on the bus, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418 683 2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
Borrow a tablet from VEQ for free, keep in touch with other community members, and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday afternoon from 1-2pm! Themes vary from Trivia, ice breakers, virtual visits, home exercises and more. You are also welcome to join on your own device.
For more information or to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library and Computer Centre’s Liz Perrin at the Connect Project to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, security, etc. You are also welcome to join with your own device, but keep in mind these sessions are geared towards android devices.
Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, games, museum visits, recipe shares, etc.)
For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) 418-683-2366 x 228
Voice of English Speaking Quebec is inviting people aged 50+ to hop on the bus as we go have brunch at Cochon Dingue and then head over to Winners and Homesense for shopping!
For more information or to reserve your place on the bus, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 224 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
Borrow a tablet from VEQ for free, keep in touch with other community members, and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday afternoon from 1-2pm! Themes vary from Trivia, ice breakers, virtual visits, home exercises and more. You are also welcome to join on your own device.
For more information or to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Voice of English Speaking Quebec invites people over 50 to hop on the bus as we go for a walk through the gardens at FloresSens!
Bring a lunch, as we will be eating there.
Entry to the trails is 10$
Bus pick up ( free) from Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier and Shannon. We will leave at approximately 10 am and return at approximately 1 pm.
For more information and to reserve your spot on the bus contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library and Computer Centre’s Liz Perrin at the Connect Project to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, security, etc. You are also welcome to join with your own device, but keep in mind these sessions are geared towards android devices.
Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, games, museum visits, recipe shares, etc.)
For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) 418-683-2366 x 228
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
Borrow a tablet from VEQ for free, keep in touch with other community members, and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday afternoon from 1-2pm! Themes vary from Trivia, ice breakers, virtual visits, home exercises and more. You are also welcome to join on your own device.
For more information or to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library and Computer Centre’s Liz Perrin at the Connect Project to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, security, etc. You are also welcome to join with your own device, but keep in mind these sessions are geared towards android devices.
Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, games, museum visits, recipe shares, etc.)
For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) 418-683-2366 x 228
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
Voice of English Speaking Quebec invites members of the English Speaking Community over 50 to hop on the bus as we go Out and About. This week, we will discover take a tour of Ile d’Orleans. Visit a bakery, a produce stand and more!
There will be a bus pick up in Shannon ( 75 Chemin de Gosford) and Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier ( 2215 blv Valcartier). Departure approximately 9 and 9:20 a.m.
For more information, or to reserve your spot on the bus, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Borrow a tablet from VEQ for free, keep in touch with other community members, and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday afternoon from 1-2pm! Themes vary from Trivia, ice breakers, virtual visits, home exercises and more. You are also welcome to join on your own device.
For more information or to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Voice of English Speaking Quebec invites people aged 50+ to hop on the bus as we go to explore the Arts Alive! Festival at the Morrin Centre.
Music, presentations and artisan booths will fill the Chaussée Ecossais.
Transportation ( Free!) from Shannon Hall and Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centres at approximately 1p.m.
For more information contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Voice of English Speaking Quebec invites people over 50 of the English Speaking Community to hop on the bus as we go Out and About. This week we will head over to see the spectacular Chutes Montmorency.
Pack a lunch, bring your 4$ entry fee to the Sépaq site, and let the bus bring you to the top and the bottom of the falls. With luck, the fall colours will put on a show!
There will be a bus picking people up from Shannon ( 10 a.m.) and Saint-Gabriel-de-Valartier ( 10:20 a.m.).
For more information or to reserve your spot, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library and Computer Centre’s Liz Perrin at the Connect Project to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, security, etc. You are also welcome to join with your own device, but keep in mind these sessions are geared towards android devices.
Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, games, museum visits, recipe shares, etc.)
For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) 418-683-2366 x 228
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
Borrow a tablet from VEQ for free, keep in touch with other community members, and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday afternoon from 1-2pm! Themes vary from Trivia, ice breakers, virtual visits, home exercises and more. You are also welcome to join on your own device.
For more information or to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Maria at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 224, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca
VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library and Computer Centre’s Liz Perrin at the Connect Project to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, security, etc. You are also welcome to join with your own device, but keep in mind these sessions are geared towards android devices.
Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, games, museum visits, recipe shares, etc.)
For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) 418-683-2366 x 228
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Dominique at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 227, or at: dominique.paddack@veq.ca
Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites people over 50 to hop on the bus.
This week, we drive out to Ile d’Orléans for cider tasting, apple picking, and a bakery visit.
Cider tasting and tour is 5$ + tax, please ensure you have cash to pay for your tour and tasting and the apples you pick! Bring a bag to bring your apples home in!
Pick up from Shannon Community Centre at 9:15 a.m., Pick up from Saint-Gabriel Community Centre at 9:30 a.m.
For more information, or to reserve your spot, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Borrow a tablet from VEQ for free, keep in touch with other community members, and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday afternoon from 1-2pm! Themes vary from Trivia, ice breakers, virtual visits, home exercises and more. You are also welcome to join on your own device.
For more information or to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Dominique at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 227, or at: dominique.paddack@veq.ca
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites members of the English-speaking community aged 50+ to go to jail! Yes, we will visit the historic jail at the Morrin centre and then get a bite to eat.
Pick up in Shannon at the community centre at 10:00 a.m
Pick up at the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centre at 10:20 a.m.
Tickets are 6$ plus tax.
You will need your vaccine passport to get lunch at a local restaurant.
Please wear appropriate shoes, as the floor of the jail has an uneven walking surface!
For more information or to reserve your spot on the bus, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library and Computer Centre’s Liz Perrin at the Connect Project to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, security, etc. You are also welcome to join with your own device, but keep in mind these sessions are geared towards android devices.
Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, games, museum visits, recipe shares, etc.)
For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) 418-683-2366 x 228
Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to get out, socialize, and bond with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!
Activities and number of spaces available are based on the current public health measures. *All participants are asked to comply with these measures.
To offer suggestions or to register, please contact Dominique at: (418) 683-2366 ext. 227, or at: dominique.paddack@veq.ca
Borrow a tablet from VEQ for free, keep in touch with other community members, and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday afternoon from 1-2pm! Themes vary from Trivia, ice breakers, virtual visits, home exercises and more. You are also welcome to join on your own device.
For more information or to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library and Computer Centre’s Liz Perrin at the Connect Project to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, security, etc. You are also welcome to join with your own device, but keep in mind these sessions are geared towards android devices.
Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, games, museum visits, recipe shares, etc.)
For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) 418-683-2366 x 228
Monastère des Augustines : visit of historical site, museum & regular exposition, and boutique shopping – Lunch at the Monastère restaurant (fixed 22.50$ menu) — must bring QR code/vaccination passport; or may bring a sandwich/picnic and eat at outdoor terrace or interior courtyard (weather allowing)
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites people aged 50+ living in the northern perimeter of the city to hop on the bus as we discover the Halloween Garden at the Plains of Abraham. Sixteen artworks placed in the garden reference legends of the park.
After the garden we will go to Chez Victor for lunch.
Please bring your QR code for the restaurant.
For more information and to reserve your spot, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Borrow a tablet from VEQ for free, keep in touch with other community members, and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday afternoon from 1-2pm! Themes vary from Trivia, ice breakers, virtual visits, home exercises and more. You are also welcome to join on your own device.
For more information or to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Come join us to visit the Basilica de Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré (free entrance) and enjoy autumn colours on the drive over! After the visit, we will stop and have lunch (at own cost) at a nearby restaurant by the St. Lawrence River (Restaurant Le Montagnais) — must bring a vaccination passport or QR code
VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library and Computer Centre’s Liz Perrin at the Connect Project to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, security, etc. You are also welcome to join with your own device, but keep in mind these sessions are geared towards android devices.
Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, games, museum visits, recipe shares, etc.)
For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) 418-683-2366 x 228
(New date: Thursday 10/28):
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites members of the English-speaking community aged 50+ to Go to Jail! Yes, we will visit the historic jail at the Morrin Centre and then get a bite to eat in Old Québec.
Tickets are 6$ plus tax.
You will need your Vaccine Passport to get lunch at a local restaurants.
For more information or to reserve your spot on the bus, contact Dominique Paddack at 418-683-2366 x 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca
Borrow a tablet from VEQ for free, keep in touch with other community members, and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday afternoon from 1-2pm! Themes vary from Trivia, ice breakers, virtual visits, home exercises and more. You are also welcome to join on your own device.
For more information or to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites people aged 50+ to hop on the bus as we discover the Halloween Garden at the Parc de Jeanne d’Arc on the Plains of Abraham. Sixteen artworks placed in the garden reference legends of the park.
Before the garden walk, we will brunch and/or have a coffee — please bring your QR code for the restaurant.
For more information on Out & About outings or to reserve your spot on the bus, please contact Dominique Paddack at 418-683-2366 x 227 or by e-mail: dominique.paddack@veq.ca.
This event is open to all adults age of 50+ in the Quebec City area.
In honour of International Internet Day on October 29, this presentation will offer guidance on how to stay safe while banking, shopping, and browsing the web. We will also discuss common online scams and what to do protect yourself. This activity was originally performed virtually for the 2020-2021 season but will have some updates.
This event will run in-person and online. Registration is required.
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Join virtually: Click HERE.
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Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites people aged 50+ to hop on the bus as we go see the Quebec Art Company’s presentation of the musical, Hair!
You must purchase your tickets in advance through www.thepointofsale.com before confirming that you will be on the bus with VEQ.
Pick up from Shannon community Centre 5:50 p.m.
Pick up from Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centre. 6:15 p.m.
For more information, or to confirm that you have purchased your tickets and require transportation, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-68302366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
VEQ has paired up with the Atwater Library and Computer Centre’s Liz Perrin at the Connect Project to offer a repeating 4 week series of virtual workshops that will help you feel comfortable with the android tablets (internet provided!) available through our Tablet Lending Library. Subjects range from device settings, email use, taking/sharing photos, security, etc. You are also welcome to join with your own device, but keep in mind these sessions are geared towards android devices.
Join us Tuesdays for Tech Talk, and put into practice what you have learned on Thursdays with our Virtual Visits where we will have a variety of virtual events (trivia, games, museum visits, recipe shares, etc.)
For more information and to register, contact Catherine (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca) 418-683-2366 x 228
Borrow a tablet from VEQ for free, keep in touch with other community members, and join us for a variety of social activities every Thursday afternoon from 1-2pm! Themes vary from Trivia, ice breakers, virtual visits, home exercises and more. You are also welcome to join on your own device.
For more information or to sign up, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
This event is open to all adults age of 50+ in the Quebec City area.
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This event will run in-person and online. Registration is required.
Join in-person: email Meghan Radden, Programme Coordinator or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited.
Join virtually: Click here.
Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list to notification of upcoming activities.
VEQ invites people aged 50+ to hop on the bus as we go visit Quebec’s historic “La Citadelle” — entry tickets are $16 per person and includes a 1 hour tour (English) of outside grounds and the Royal Museum of the 22e Regiment (30 minutes);
After the Citadelle tour, we will have lunch in Old Quebec – please bring your QR code/Vaccination passport.
To reserve a spot, as places are limited, please contact Dominique Paddack at 418-683-2366 x 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca.
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Presented by Frances & Mamie on Wednesday, November 10, 1:30 to 3:30.
This event will run in-personand online. Advanced registration is required.
Join in-person:email Meghan, Programme Coordinator at info@lifelongle
Join virtually: ClickHERE.
Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list to notification ofupcoming activities.
Come join us to start your pre-Black Friday and Christmas shopping at Laurier Mall! We will have lunch at the Food courts or restaurant of your choice — please feel free to pack a lunch. You will be required to bring your QR code or vaccination passport for restaurants.
To reserve a spot, please contact Dominique Paddack at 418-683-2366 x 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca.
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Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites people aged 50+ to hop on the bus and discover the handiwork of local artisans and crafts people at the annual Shannon salon des artisans.
Pick up in Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier at 9:30 a.m.
Please be prepared to show a QR code, the event may potentially request one.
For more information or to book your spot, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
VEQ invites people 50+ to hop on the bus as we go visit the Monastère des Augustines.
Ticket prices to enter are 9.50+tx .
Bring a lunch or prepare for a fixed lunch menu price ( 22.50)
Pick up from Shannon at 9:30, Saint-Gabriel at 9:50.
If you are going to eat on site, you will need your QR code.
For more information or to reserve your spot, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area.
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Abigail will talk with us about storytelling, writing, and how she balances her writing career with working as a traveling nurse anesthetist in the US during a pandemic.Abigai
As an indie writer, she has had to wear many hats throughout her career: writer, producer,and marketer. She wrote her first novel when she was 15 years old and has been writing ever since.
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Come join us to start your Christmas shopping at Les Galeries de la Capitale!
We will be having lunch at the Food courts and/or other restaurant — please feel free to pack a lunch. You will be required to bring your QR code or vaccination passport for restaurants .
To reserve a spot, please contact Dominique Paddack at 418-683-2366 x 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites people aged 50+ to hop on the bus and get their Christmas shopping done at Place Laurier.
Make sure you have your QR code for lunch!
Pick up at Shannon Hall at 9:45
Pick up at the Saint-Gabriel -de-Valcartier community centre at 10:10.
For more information or to reserve your spot on the bus, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
The Quebec City German Christmas Market is located in the heart of Old Québec, in the gardens and at the place de l’Hôtel-de-Ville.
Come join us to discover this year’s traditional German Xmas Market, followed by a lunch at a nearby restaurant or on-site.
To reserve a spot, please contact Dominique Paddack at 418-683-2366 x 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca.
(Please note – 12/3 Pompeii exhibit/Musée de la Civilisation outing is cancelled . Stay tuned for more information and new date.)
Friday December 3rd – Quebec City German Christmas Market & lunch in Old Québec
The Quebec City German Christmas Market is located in the heart of Old Québec, in the gardens and at the place de l’Hôtel-de-Ville.
Come join us to discover this year’s traditional German Xmas Market, followed by a lunch at a nearby restaurant .
To reserve a spot, please contact Dominique Paddack at 418-683-2366 x 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca.
Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites people aged 50+ living in the northern perimeter to hop on the bus as we go to events, activities or points of interest.
Please bring your QR code for restaurant.
Pick up in Shannon at 9:15 am
Pick up in Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier at 9:30 am.
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The Quebec City German Christmas Market is located in the heart of Old Québec, in the gardens and at the place de l’Hôtel-de-Ville.
Come join us to discover this year’s traditional German Xmas Market, followed by a lunch at a nearby restaurant or on-site.
To reserve a spot, please contact Dominique Paddack at 418-683-2366 x 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca. Places are limited
Come join us for the fun and to finish off your Holiday shopping at Laurier Mall! We will have lunch at the food courts or restaurant of your choice — please feel free to pack a lunch or to have brunch a bit earlier! You will be required to bring your ID and your QR code/vaccination passport for restaurants.
To reserve a spot, please contact Dominique Paddack at 418-683-2366 x 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca.
Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites English speakers aged 50+ to bundle up, slap on their crampons and get moving. Out and About is now literally out(side)!
Come do something good for your physical and mental health, join us for our brand new walking club! We will alternate walking on roads with hiking ( uneven surfaces). All levels welcome!
February 8th: Meet at Plaza Shannon at 9:00 a.m for a walk.
February 11th: Meet at the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centre for a walk
February 15th: Meet at Shannon Hall for a hike.
February 25th: Hike in Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier ( location TBD)
Please ensure you wear appropriate footwear, and bring walking sticks if need-be.
Registration is required, please contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228.
Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites English speakers aged 50+ to bundle up, slap on their crampons and get moving. Out and About is now literally out(side)!
Come do something good for your physical and mental health, join us for our brand new walking club! We will alternate walking on roads with hiking ( uneven surfaces). All levels welcome!
February 8th: Meet at Plaza Shannon at 9:00 a.m for a walk.
February 11th: Meet at the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centre for a walk
February 15th: Meet at Shannon Hall for a hike.
February 25th: Hike in Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier ( location TBD)
Please ensure you wear appropriate footwear, and bring walking sticks if need-be.
Registration is required, please contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228.
Forget your February Blues! Come join us for shopping at Laurier Mall and have lunch at the food courts or restaurant of your choice — please feel free to pack a lunch or have brunch a bit earlier!
Please note: You will be required to bring your ID and your QR code/vaccination passport for restaurants. Wearing of protective masks is mandatory on the bus, as well as in the shopping mall.
To reserve a spot, please contact Dominique Paddack at 418-683-2366 x 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca
Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites English speakers aged 50+ to bundle up, slap on their crampons and get moving. Out and About is now literally out(side)!
Come do something good for your physical and mental health, join us for our brand new walking club! We will alternate walking on roads with hiking ( uneven surfaces). All levels welcome!
February 8th: Meet at Plaza Shannon at 9:00 a.m for a walk.
February 11th: Meet at the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centre for a walk
February 15th: Meet at Shannon Hall for a hike.
February 25th: Hike in Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier ( location TBD)
Please ensure you wear appropriate footwear, and bring walking sticks if need-be.
Registration is required, please contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228.
Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites English speakers aged 50+ to bundle up, slap on their crampons and get moving. Out and About is now literally out(side)!
Come do something good for your physical and mental health, join us for our brand new walking club! We will alternate walking on roads with hiking ( uneven surfaces). All levels welcome!
February 8th: Meet at Plaza Shannon at 9:00 a.m for a walk.
February 11th: Meet at the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centre for a walk
February 15th: Meet at Shannon Hall for a hike.
February 25th: Hike in Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier ( location TBD)
Please ensure you wear appropriate footwear, and bring walking sticks if need-be.
Registration is required, please contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228.
Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites English speakers aged 50+ to bundle up, slap on their crampons and get moving. Out and About is now literally out(side)!
Come do something good for your physical and mental health, start your day on the right foot! All levels welcome!
March 1st: Meet at Plaza Shannon at 9:00 a.m for a walk.
March 4th: Meet at the Shannon Municipal library at 9:00 a.m. for a walk.
March 11th: Meet at the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centre at 9:00 a.m. for a walk.
March 15th: Meet at the Shannon Municipal library at 9:00 a.m for a walk.
March 22nd: Walk at the Marais du Nord at 10:00 a.m. ( bus from Shannon and Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier provided)
March 29th: Shannon walk at 9 a.m. Departure location TBD.
Please ensure you wear appropriate footwear, and bring walking sticks if need-be. We will be walking on roads for the most part.
Please RSVP with Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites English speakers aged 50+ to bundle up, slap on their crampons and get moving. Out and About is now literally out(side)!
Come do something good for your physical and mental health, start your day on the right foot! All levels welcome!
March 1st: Meet at Plaza Shannon at 9:00 a.m for a walk.
March 4th: Meet at the Shannon Municipal library at 9:00 a.m. for a walk.
March 11th: Meet at the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centre at 9:00 a.m. for a walk.
March 15th: Meet at the Shannon Municipal library at 9:00 a.m for a walk.
March 22nd: Walk at the Marais du Nord at 10:00 a.m. ( bus from Shannon and Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier provided)
March 29th: Shannon walk at 9 a.m. Departure location TBD.
Please ensure you wear appropriate footwear, and bring walking sticks if need-be. We will be walking on roads for the most part.
Please RSVP with Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Out and About is up and running again!
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites people aged 50+ living in the Northern Perimeter to hop on the bus as we go Out and About.
Our first outing will be a private tour of the Château Frontenac on Monday, March 7th.
The tour is about an hour long. There are a few stairs, however adaptations are possible for those who have reduced mobility.
We will stop at a local café for a light lunch after the visit.
A vaccine passport and I.D will be required.
Pick up at Shannon Hall at 9:40 a.m. ( 73 Chemin de Gosford)
Saint-Gabriel community centre at 10:00 a.m. ( 2215 boulevard Valcartier)
The final date to register for this activity is March 3rd, 2022.
If you have questions or wish to participate, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca.
Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites English speakers aged 50+ to bundle up, slap on their crampons and get moving. Out and About is now literally out(side)!
Come do something good for your physical and mental health, start your day on the right foot! All levels welcome!
March 1st: Meet at Plaza Shannon at 9:00 a.m for a walk.
March 4th: Meet at the Shannon Municipal library at 9:00 a.m. for a walk.
March 11th: Meet at the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centre at 9:00 a.m. for a walk.
March 15th: Meet at the Shannon Municipal library at 9:00 a.m for a walk.
March 22nd: Walk at the Marais du Nord at 10:00 a.m. ( bus from Shannon and Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier provided)
March 29th: Shannon walk at 9 a.m. Departure location TBD.
Please ensure you wear appropriate footwear, and bring walking sticks if need-be. We will be walking on roads for the most part.
Please RSVP with Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites English speakers aged 50+ to bundle up, slap on their crampons and get moving. Out and About is now literally out(side)!
Come do something good for your physical and mental health, start your day on the right foot! All levels welcome!
March 1st: Meet at Plaza Shannon at 9:00 a.m for a walk.
March 4th: Meet at the Shannon Municipal library at 9:00 a.m. for a walk.
March 11th: Meet at the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centre at 9:00 a.m. for a walk.
March 15th: Meet at the Shannon Municipal library at 9:00 a.m for a walk.
March 22nd: Walk at the Marais du Nord at 10:00 a.m. ( bus from Shannon and Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier provided)
March 29th: Shannon walk at 9 a.m. Departure location TBD.
Please ensure you wear appropriate footwear, and bring walking sticks if need-be. We will be walking on roads for the most part.
Please RSVP with Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites adults aged 50+ to hop on the bus and enjoy a parade, live music and home-cooked meal to celebrate Saint-Patrick’s Day.
Parade organised by Valcartier Elementary School students begins at 10:30
Live music indoors at the Valcartier community centre at 11:15 a.m.
Lunch served at 12:00.
Bus Departures from:
Shannon Hall ( 73 Chemin de Gosford): 10 a.m.
Tewkesbury Chapel ( 3405 ave Tewkesbury) 9:45 a.m.
Please note that your vaccine passport may be required to attend the indoor parts of this event.
You *MUST* reserve your spot on the bus no later than March 3rd with VEQ by contacting Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Please confirm your presence at the meal to Pamala Hogan by March 3rd by calling 418-844-1218.
Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites English speakers aged 50+ to bundle up, slap on their crampons and get moving. Out and About is now literally out(side)!
Come do something good for your physical and mental health, start your day on the right foot! All levels welcome!
March 1st: Meet at Plaza Shannon at 9:00 a.m for a walk.
March 4th: Meet at the Shannon Municipal library at 9:00 a.m. for a walk.
March 11th: Meet at the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centre at 9:00 a.m. for a walk.
March 15th: Meet at the Shannon Municipal library at 9:00 a.m for a walk.
March 22nd: Walk at the Marais du Nord at 10:00 a.m. ( bus from Shannon and Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier provided). Departure from SHannon at 9:20, Saint Gabriel at 9:40.
March 29th: Shannon walk at 9 a.m. Departure location TBD.
Please ensure you wear appropriate footwear, and bring walking sticks if need-be. We will be walking on roads for the most part.
Please RSVP with Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites english-speakers aged 50+ to hop on the bus for a trip to the Sucrerie Blouin on Ile d’Orléans. We will have a traditional sugar shack meal, enjoy some traditional music, and have some tire d’érable!
Please note that a vaccine passport may be required for this event.
Bus pick up from Shannon Hall ( 73 Chemin de Gosford): 9:20 a.m.
Bus pick up from Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier Community centre ( 2215 Boulevard Valcartier): 9:40 a.m.
Places are limited, please RSVP no later than March 20th.
For more information or to reserve your place please contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca.
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites English-speakers aged 50+ to hop on the bus for a trip to the Sucrerie Blouin on l’Ile d’Orléans. Come enjoy a traditional sugar shack meal, music, and have some maple taffy!
Please note that a vaccine passport may be required for this event.
Places are limited, please RSVP no later than March 21st.
For more information or to reserve your place please contact Dominique Paddack at 418-683-2366 x 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca
The municipality of Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier, the Réseau Poivre et Sel, the Centre d’appui réseau aînés and VEQ are organising a sugar shack at the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community Centre.
Put on a checkered shirt, bring 5$, and enjoy a sugar shack meal, live music, some taffy, and games!
The event begins at 11 a.m., and ends at 2:30 p.m.
There is the possibility of transportation from Shannon.
For more information or to RSVP ( By March 17th) contact: Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca