Upcoming Events and Activities

Mar
6
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Mar 6 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
OverDrive Virtual Workshop: Getting Started with Libby
Mar 6 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

OverDrive Workshop:
Getting Started with Libby

Do you have questions about accessing and using the Morrin Centre’s e-books and audiobooks on OverDrive? If so, here is the perfect activity for you!

Join the OverDrive team for a one-hour “Getting Started with Libby” webinar, and learn Libby with the Experts! This webinar will show you everything you need to know to get started with Libby—from downloading the app & signing in, to searching & borrowing titles, placing holds, adjusting reading settings, and more, Libby experts are here to get you started. The session will close with a mini-quiz and live Q&A.

To sign up, click HERE.

If you have any questions, please contact library@morrin.org

The Grief Recovery Method Course
Mar 6 @ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

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 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.
  • To find out if this course is the right course for you, we encourage you to attend an information session before the course begins.

Register here for this 8-week course.

You will receive the Zoom link by email after you register.


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.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Mar
10
Sun
2024
Buddy Up: Basketball
Mar 10 @ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Are you looking for a way to stay active, meet new people, and improve your mental well-being? Look no further! Join Buddy-Up: Basketball, weekly drop-in games for men.

If you have a basketball, please bring it!

For more information about Buddy Up: Basketball, please contact Russ, by email.

About Buddy Up

Buddy Up is about making buddies but it’s important to take care of ourselves, too. Building ‘strength’ and resilience is key. Building strength physically and mentally within helps us work through emotions, relieve stress, and remember to simply enjoy life.  The Buddy Up campaign is by men, for men. Let’s raise awareness about suicide prevention while enjoying the benefits of fitness and camaraderie.

Mar
13
Wed
2024
Événements Emploi Éclair – Bilingual/English-speaking 2nd Edition
Mar 13 @ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Événements Emploi Éclair, FORT program (Valcartier Military Family Resource Centre) and Voice of English-Speaking Québec are glad to present this special activity for English-speaking / bilingual workers!

Register & receive a GUARANTEED phone interview (5 to 7 minutes) on the day of the event.

Employers include: Momentum Technologies, Pomerleau, GFS Québec, CAA-Québec, Fromagerie Victoria, and Laurentian Bank.

To view job postings, or to register, go to: https://tinyurl.com/4z3cr4pc

Questions? Contact Caroline eee@libreemploi.qc.ca

50+ Fun Yoga
Mar 13 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Discover our Fun Yoga class for ages 50 and above, to harmonize your mental, physical and emotional dimensions, and cultivate inner tranquility.

Through a balanced blend of postures and breathing exercises, this class releases tension, enhances flexibility and works the entire body. With thoughtful incorporation of chairs, this gentle yet active adaptation of yoga also focuses on mobility. Every posture is tailored to your unique needs, creating a space to realign, calm the mind, and rekindle your inner vitality.

*NEW: You can now choose to take this course either online or in person! If you prefer the online option, we will provide you with an access code at the beginning of the session. You can decide each week how you would like to participate.

Pay before January 22 to register for the winter 2024 session
($60 for all 12 classes)


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SHARP Information Session
Mar 13 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

SERVICES FOR HEALTHY AGING IN THE RIGHT PLACE (SHARP)

Providing tools and resources to support English-speaking
older adults to age and live where they choose

TOPIC:
Thinking about supports and services…What can the CLSC offer to help me maintain my independence as I age?

Presenter: Magdalena Blaise, Gestionnaire, CIUSSS ODIM

Eat Well to Age Well
Mar 13 @ 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Our bodies tend to change with age, and so does our lifestyle! Your schedule, your pace, your environment: all of these factors influence your food and water intake. Through the meals and snacks we eat each day, how can we help our bodies function properly and age well?

Join Inès Auclair Mangliar, registered dietitian, as she informs us about the nutritional aspects of aging. This information session will be interactive, so bring your questions, concerns, and curiosity!

Everyone must register

You can attend this event in person at the community Wellness Centre or attend on Zoom. Register here to join online or fill up this form to attend in-person at the Wellness Centre.

LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Mar 13 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Baking “Green Irish” cookies
Mar 13 @ 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Come join us to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and bake delicious green cookies! In partnership with the Valcartier\Military Family Resource Centre, the activity is open to kindergarteners, elementary students, families – and anyone with a sweet tooth!

FREE ACTIVITY – Baking items and decoration materials provided for.

TO REGISTER OR FOR QUESTIONS :

Please contact Dominique Paddack at VEQ Shannon office by Tuesday March 12th at noon.

 

 

Savour More, Stress Less!
Mar 13 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

When we do our best to live a healthy lifestyle, it can become a source of stress to make meals that are both budget-friendly and good for us. Join this workshop with Inès Auclair Mangliar, a registered dietitian, to discover a stress-free approach to nutritious eating. The workshop will cover the following points:

  • How diet affects your mood and overall mental well-being.
  • Tips to achieve healthy eating.
  • How to simplify meal planning with budget-friendly ideas.

We will also enjoy making healthy granola bars together that you can take home with you. Hope to see you there!

You must register to attend.

Register for this event here

Questions?

Discover a stress-free approach to nutritious eating in this workshop with Inès Auclair Mangliar, registered dietician. For more information, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.

Mar
14
Thu
2024
NEW DATE: Immigration Info Session for Newcomers
Mar 14 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

For the first time ever, VEQ will host an information session about immigration. The session will be conducted by Brenda Pizano, a regulated immigration consultant.

 

To attend in person:

1270, chemin Sainte-Foy, Jeffery Hale Pavilion.

 

To join the TEAMS meeting:
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Improve Your Well-Being with Positive Psychology
Mar 14 @ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Improve Your Well-being With Positive Psychology is a 5-week course to promote mental health and empower you to live a life filled with meaning. Given in English by the Association canadienne pour la santé mentale filiale de Québec, this course centres on the strengths in character and behaviours that can help you thrive in your everyday life.

Positive psychology is defined as “the scientific study of positive human functioning and flourishing on multiple levels.” Each 1.5-hour long session of this course in positive psychology will address one of the following aspects of the PERMA mode:

  • Positive emotions
  • Engagement
  • Relationships
  • Meaning
  • Achievement

Registration for this course is required because there is a limit of 15 participants. You also must be willing to commit to attending the course from start to finish. It will take place at 7:00 p.m. on five Thursdays between March 14 and April 11, 2024.

Are you ready to sign up?  If so, register here

Questions?

For more information about this Improve Your Well-being With Positive Psychology course, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Mar
15
Fri
2024
Parents and Petits Get-together with onsite breastfeeding support
Mar 15 @ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Breastfeeding support edition of the Parents and Petits Get-together

Breastfeeding support featured this time

Join us to benefit from parent-to-parent contact, encouragement, and valuable information. This time, we will welcome Shelley Dupuis, a certified breastfeeding support volunteer with Allaitement Québec who will be present to provide breastfeeding support once a month.

  • Connect with other English-speaking parents
  • Support provided by breastfeeding support volunteer
  • Scale available to check baby’s growth
  • Everyone is welcome including expectant moms, moms who have breastfed before, those who are breastfeeding now, as well as those who have chosen another feeding option.

Parents and Petits is an activity for English-speaking families with babies and pre-school aged children that combines our former Take-a-Break, Baby Chat and Café au lait.

  • The space is set up to give English-speaking pre-school aged kids a chance to play and interact.
  • Parents must stay on-site.
  • Vouchers provided to cover the cost of parking
  • Drop-in, no registration required. Hope to see you there!

For more information and events to come

Please visit our Parents and Petits Get-together home page, or send an email to Jessica Price, Family Matters Program Coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net

Mar
16
Sat
2024
WE Dads Activity: Make a Healthy Meal With Your Kids
Mar 16 @ 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Dads! We’ve organized an activity for you and your kiddos to get messy in the kitchen with us while making a healthy meal together. Join us on Saturday, March 16 at 9:30 a.m. at the Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale for a culinary activity with your little ones.

A dietician from the CIUSSS will show us how to make the recipes on site, then we will sit down for a meal together and you can take home any leftovers.

What we will be making:  Chilli and corn muffins.

Allergy allert!  Please let us know when you register of any dietary restrictions or allergies.  The recipes can be adapted if you have a specific allergy or intolerance.

Materials required:  Bring one container with you to bring home left overs.

Who can attend: This activity is for dads or father figures and their children ages 0-5.  Note to be prepared to adapt based on the age of your child.  E.g.: Bring a baby carrier or stroller with you if you have a baby with you as you will need to have your hands free.

Parking:  Free parking on site.

Registration required. We have a limited number of spaces for this activity so reserve your place quickly!

For more details, please email Jarryd Smith, WE Dads Community Animator at jsmith@jhpartners.net

Mar
17
Sun
2024
Buddy Up: Basketball
Mar 17 @ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Are you looking for a way to stay active, meet new people, and improve your mental well-being? Look no further! Join Buddy-Up: Basketball, weekly drop-in games for men.

If you have a basketball, please bring it!

For more information about Buddy Up: Basketball, please contact Russ, by email.

About Buddy Up

Buddy Up is about making buddies but it’s important to take care of ourselves, too. Building ‘strength’ and resilience is key. Building strength physically and mentally within helps us work through emotions, relieve stress, and remember to simply enjoy life.  The Buddy Up campaign is by men, for men. Let’s raise awareness about suicide prevention while enjoying the benefits of fitness and camaraderie.

Mar
19
Tue
2024
Brain Power Drop-In
Mar 19 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Are you an English-speaking adult 50 years of age or older and want to keep your mind strong and healthy? Join us to play fun and challenging games to strengthen your mind and connect with others.

🧠 Train your brain;

🤝 Connect with others;

🍎 Enjoy a healthy snack.

To participate:  Please contact Anaïs:  📧 afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net   📞 581-446-7476 

To volunteer:  Give your brain some power while helping others too! Win-win!  To volunteer, please contact Elise:  📧 eholloway@jhpartners.net   📞 581-446-6452

Wellness Yoga
Mar 19 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us at the Wellness Centre for a series of 6 yoga sessions this Spring.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness.

Open to all ages and levels; instructor Susa Bernard will show you how to adapt the exercises to your ability. She is a certified yoga instructor at Susa Sparkle Yoga and has been teaching for over five years.

Things to bring with you:

  • A yoga mat or towel
  • A bottle of water

Due to space constraints, we require you to register for this activity.

Register here.

Questions?

For more information, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Mar
20
Wed
2024
50+ Fun Yoga
Mar 20 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Discover our Fun Yoga class for ages 50 and above, to harmonize your mental, physical and emotional dimensions, and cultivate inner tranquility.

Through a balanced blend of postures and breathing exercises, this class releases tension, enhances flexibility and works the entire body. With thoughtful incorporation of chairs, this gentle yet active adaptation of yoga also focuses on mobility. Every posture is tailored to your unique needs, creating a space to realign, calm the mind, and rekindle your inner vitality.

*NEW: You can now choose to take this course either online or in person! If you prefer the online option, we will provide you with an access code at the beginning of the session. You can decide each week how you would like to participate.

Pay before January 22 to register for the winter 2024 session
($60 for all 12 classes)


  • The “Add to Cart” button above will open a new window in PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account, you do not need to open one. Simply click the grey “Check Out” button and then enter your credit card information.
  • On your bank or credit card statement, the merchant name will appear as: JEFF WEJHCA or JEFF COMM PARTNERS.
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Mar 20 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
No Parent is Perfect
Mar 20 @ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Parenthood is a beautiful and rewarding experience, but it can also have its fair share of anxiety and stress. Parental anxiety can stem from various concerns such as your child’s well-being, development and future. Left unaddressed, parental anxiety can have a significant impact on both parents’ mental health and your family’s overall dynamic.

Whether you’re a future parent, a first-time parent, or have been on this journey for a while, this workshop is for you  It aims to provide you with valuable insights and practical strategies to manage your anxiety as a parent through the following:

  • Explore common triggers and underlying factors that contribute to parental anxiety, such as pressures from society, wanting to be perfect and fear of failure.
  • Learn how to identify the signs and symptoms of parental anxiety in yourself (and your partner), as well as how it may show up in your child’s behaviour.
  • Discover resources to help you become more resilient when facing the challenges of parenthood.

With over 30 years of experience as a psychoeducator, Julie Fraser will present this 1.5-hour online workshop and Q&A session.

Register for your Zoom link.

Questions?

For more information about this No Parent is Perfect workshop, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Mar
21
Thu
2024
Improve Your Well-Being with Positive Psychology
Mar 21 @ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Improve Your Well-being With Positive Psychology is a 5-week course to promote mental health and empower you to live a life filled with meaning. Given in English by the Association canadienne pour la santé mentale filiale de Québec, this course centres on the strengths in character and behaviours that can help you thrive in your everyday life.

Positive psychology is defined as “the scientific study of positive human functioning and flourishing on multiple levels.” Each 1.5-hour long session of this course in positive psychology will address one of the following aspects of the PERMA mode:

  • Positive emotions
  • Engagement
  • Relationships
  • Meaning
  • Achievement

Registration for this course is required because there is a limit of 15 participants. You also must be willing to commit to attending the course from start to finish. It will take place at 7:00 p.m. on five Thursdays between March 14 and April 11, 2024.

Are you ready to sign up?  If so, register here

Questions?

For more information about this Improve Your Well-being With Positive Psychology course, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Mar
22
Fri
2024
TTT at The Morrin Centre
Mar 22 @ 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Who We Are

Travellin’ Toddler Time (TTT) is free activity in English for children 3 and 4 years old and their parents/caregivers or grandparents.  Participants sing songs, hear stories, make crafts and enjoy a snack.  This activity is run by the Quebec City Reading Council ( QCRC) and the location rotates every month.  Be sure to check the location for each activity.

This activity is a great way to:
* Practice fine motor skills
* Discover new craft ideas
* Encourage creative learning as a family
* Meet new friends!
Every month is a new theme and host.

 

Join in on the fun!
Registration for this activity is mandatory. Reserve your place by contacting Quebec City Reading Council by phone, email or Facebook.
418-681-1258; info@qcrc.org; @quebeccityreadingcouncil

Mar
24
Sun
2024
Buddy Up: Basketball
Mar 24 @ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Are you looking for a way to stay active, meet new people, and improve your mental well-being? Look no further! Join Buddy-Up: Basketball, weekly drop-in games for men.

If you have a basketball, please bring it!

For more information about Buddy Up: Basketball, please contact Russ, by email.

About Buddy Up

Buddy Up is about making buddies but it’s important to take care of ourselves, too. Building ‘strength’ and resilience is key. Building strength physically and mentally within helps us work through emotions, relieve stress, and remember to simply enjoy life.  The Buddy Up campaign is by men, for men. Let’s raise awareness about suicide prevention while enjoying the benefits of fitness and camaraderie.

Mar
25
Mon
2024
5@7 Podcast Listening Party
Mar 25 @ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
It’s a podcast listening party and you’re invited!
We’re celebrating podcasts made by CDAH and VEQ’s Podcast Mentorship Circle. This group learned all the basics of podcasts and turned it into an episode or trailer in just 5 weeks!
Meet the podcasters and the organizations that support them, and find out how to get involved in future opportunities.
And it wouldn’t be a party without some food, some laughs, and YOU!
RSVPs preferred, but walk-ins welcome. Simply send an email to susanna.tang@veq.ca or call 418-683-2366 x222.
This event is brought to by YES Employment & Entrepreneurship and CDAH in collaboration with VEQ and ELAN.
Mar
26
Tue
2024
Beyond appearances: Understanding eating disorders
Mar 26 @ 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Beyond appearances: Understanding eating disorders is a workshop given in English by Anorexia and Bulimia Québec (ANEB) informing about eating disorders and how to support and communicate with someone living with an eating problem.

Through this 1.5 hour workshop given on Zoom, you will have an opportunity to learn about the following:

  • Challenges related to body image.
  • Understanding the problems caused by different eating disorders.
  • Spotting the signs that someone may have an eating problem.
  • Factors that may make someone more likely to develop an eating disorder.
  • Information about new types of eating problems like bigorexia, binge-eating disorder and alcoholorexia.
  • Learning about grossophobia, the fear or hatred of overweight people, and how it can harm others.
  • How to think carefully (develop a critical eye) about messages from the diet industry and society about how you should look.
  • Communicating with and helping someone who has an eating disorder, while also knowing your limits as a caregiver.

You will also find out more about the organisation ANEB Québec including their mission and the different services that they provide.

Register here.

You will receive the Zoom link by email when you register.  We will send a reminder email with the Zoom link one day before the workshop.

ANEB-Québec

Anorexia and Bulimia Québec (ANEB) is a non-profit organization that guarantees free, immediate and specialized help to people with an eating disorder and to their loved ones.  Their help and reference line is available 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 a.m. at 1 800 630-0907 or 514 630-0907.

 

Questions?

For more information about Beyond appearances: Understanding eating disorders, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Wellness Yoga
Mar 26 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us at the Wellness Centre for a series of 6 yoga sessions this Spring.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness.

Open to all ages and levels; instructor Susa Bernard will show you how to adapt the exercises to your ability. She is a certified yoga instructor at Susa Sparkle Yoga and has been teaching for over five years.

Things to bring with you:

  • A yoga mat or towel
  • A bottle of water

Due to space constraints, we require you to register for this activity.

Register here.

Questions?

For more information, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Mar
27
Wed
2024
50+ Fun Yoga
Mar 27 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Discover our Fun Yoga class for ages 50 and above, to harmonize your mental, physical and emotional dimensions, and cultivate inner tranquility.

Through a balanced blend of postures and breathing exercises, this class releases tension, enhances flexibility and works the entire body. With thoughtful incorporation of chairs, this gentle yet active adaptation of yoga also focuses on mobility. Every posture is tailored to your unique needs, creating a space to realign, calm the mind, and rekindle your inner vitality.

*NEW: You can now choose to take this course either online or in person! If you prefer the online option, we will provide you with an access code at the beginning of the session. You can decide each week how you would like to participate.

Pay before January 22 to register for the winter 2024 session
($60 for all 12 classes)


  • The “Add to Cart” button above will open a new window in PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account, you do not need to open one. Simply click the grey “Check Out” button and then enter your credit card information.
  • On your bank or credit card statement, the merchant name will appear as: JEFF WEJHCA or JEFF COMM PARTNERS.
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Mar 27 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Mar
28
Thu
2024
Improve Your Well-Being with Positive Psychology
Mar 28 @ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Improve Your Well-being With Positive Psychology is a 5-week course to promote mental health and empower you to live a life filled with meaning. Given in English by the Association canadienne pour la santé mentale filiale de Québec, this course centres on the strengths in character and behaviours that can help you thrive in your everyday life.

Positive psychology is defined as “the scientific study of positive human functioning and flourishing on multiple levels.” Each 1.5-hour long session of this course in positive psychology will address one of the following aspects of the PERMA mode:

  • Positive emotions
  • Engagement
  • Relationships
  • Meaning
  • Achievement

Registration for this course is required because there is a limit of 15 participants. You also must be willing to commit to attending the course from start to finish. It will take place at 7:00 p.m. on five Thursdays between March 14 and April 11, 2024.

Are you ready to sign up?  If so, register here

Questions?

For more information about this Improve Your Well-being With Positive Psychology course, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Mar
31
Sun
2024
Buddy Up: Basketball
Mar 31 @ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Are you looking for a way to stay active, meet new people, and improve your mental well-being? Look no further! Join Buddy-Up: Basketball, weekly drop-in games for men.

If you have a basketball, please bring it!

For more information about Buddy Up: Basketball, please contact Russ, by email.

About Buddy Up

Buddy Up is about making buddies but it’s important to take care of ourselves, too. Building ‘strength’ and resilience is key. Building strength physically and mentally within helps us work through emotions, relieve stress, and remember to simply enjoy life.  The Buddy Up campaign is by men, for men. Let’s raise awareness about suicide prevention while enjoying the benefits of fitness and camaraderie.

Apr
2
Tue
2024
Brain Power Drop-In
Apr 2 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Are you an English-speaking adult 50 years of age or older and want to keep your mind strong and healthy? Join us to play fun and challenging games to strengthen your mind and connect with others.

🧠 Train your brain;

🤝 Connect with others;

🍎 Enjoy a healthy snack.

To participate:  Please contact Anaïs:  📧 afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net   📞 581-446-7476 

To volunteer:  Give your brain some power while helping others too! Win-win!  To volunteer, please contact Elise:  📧 eholloway@jhpartners.net   📞 581-446-6452

Wellness Yoga
Apr 2 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us at the Wellness Centre for a series of 6 yoga sessions this Spring.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness.

Open to all ages and levels; instructor Susa Bernard will show you how to adapt the exercises to your ability. She is a certified yoga instructor at Susa Sparkle Yoga and has been teaching for over five years.

Things to bring with you:

  • A yoga mat or towel
  • A bottle of water

Due to space constraints, we require you to register for this activity.

Register here.

Questions?

For more information, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Apr
3
Wed
2024
50+ Fun Yoga
Apr 3 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Discover our Fun Yoga class for ages 50 and above, to harmonize your mental, physical and emotional dimensions, and cultivate inner tranquility.

Through a balanced blend of postures and breathing exercises, this class releases tension, enhances flexibility and works the entire body. With thoughtful incorporation of chairs, this gentle yet active adaptation of yoga also focuses on mobility. Every posture is tailored to your unique needs, creating a space to realign, calm the mind, and rekindle your inner vitality.

*NEW: You can now choose to take this course either online or in person! If you prefer the online option, we will provide you with an access code at the beginning of the session. You can decide each week how you would like to participate.

Pay before January 22 to register for the winter 2024 session
($60 for all 12 classes)


  • The “Add to Cart” button above will open a new window in PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account, you do not need to open one. Simply click the grey “Check Out” button and then enter your credit card information.
  • On your bank or credit card statement, the merchant name will appear as: JEFF WEJHCA or JEFF COMM PARTNERS.
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Apr 3 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Art Therapy
Apr 3 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Explore your feelings while enjoying the life affirming pleasures of creating art.  No artistic talent is needed.

Join us at the Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale to take part in free art therapy sessions with certified art therapist, Nicole Bouchard.

Each two-hour session (with a 15-minute break) focuses on a different topic:

  • April 3: Fear, Stress and Anxiety
  • April 10: Loss and Grief
  • April 17: Gratitude
  • April 24: Letting Go

The Wellness Centre will provide free refreshments.

We require you to register for these sessions as as places are limited to a maximum of 12 participants.  You may attend all four sessions, or as many sessions as you wish.

Register for this event here.

Questions?

For more information about Art Therapy, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Apr
4
Thu
2024
Improve Your Well-Being with Positive Psychology
Apr 4 @ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Improve Your Well-being With Positive Psychology is a 5-week course to promote mental health and empower you to live a life filled with meaning. Given in English by the Association canadienne pour la santé mentale filiale de Québec, this course centres on the strengths in character and behaviours that can help you thrive in your everyday life.

Positive psychology is defined as “the scientific study of positive human functioning and flourishing on multiple levels.” Each 1.5-hour long session of this course in positive psychology will address one of the following aspects of the PERMA mode:

  • Positive emotions
  • Engagement
  • Relationships
  • Meaning
  • Achievement

Registration for this course is required because there is a limit of 15 participants. You also must be willing to commit to attending the course from start to finish. It will take place at 7:00 p.m. on five Thursdays between March 14 and April 11, 2024.

Are you ready to sign up?  If so, register here

Questions?

For more information about this Improve Your Well-being With Positive Psychology course, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Apr
5
Fri
2024
Parents and Petits Get-together
Apr 5 @ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Parents and Petits is an activity for English-speaking families with babies and pre-school aged children that combines our former Take-a-Break, Baby Chat and Café au lait.

  • The space is set up to give English-speaking pre-school aged children a chance to play and interact.
  • Parents must stay on-site.
  • Vouchers provided to cover the cost of parking
  • Drop-in, no registration required. Hope to see you there!

For more information and events to come

Please visit our Parents and Petits Get-together home page, or send an email to Jessica Price, Family Matters Program Coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net

Apr
9
Tue
2024
Imagination Writers’ Festival 2024
Apr 9 – Apr 14 all day

The Morrin Centre’s Imagination Writers’ Festival will be taking place April 9th – 14th this year!

 

Please visit the Morrin Centre website for information on events and ticket sales – Imagination Writers’ Festival 2024 – Morrin Centre

 

Tickets

Morrin Centre members receive 25% off all general public ticket prices, including the festival pass.

Morrin Centre members, students, and festival pass owners receive 25% off the ticket prices for the Books & Wine and Tea & Imagination activities.

Please note that the youth events are free.

Book Sale

We know that the Imagination book sale is always one of the most anticipated parts of the festival. We are pleased to announce that La Maison Anglaise, a vital partner of Imagination since its beginning, is once again the place to buy your books! This year again, 30% of the sales of the Imagination books will be given to the Morrin Centre and invested back into Imagination. Each event page (accessed by clicking on the event title below) also had an individual link to the appropriate book(s).

The books will be available at the Morrin Centre during the festival. You can also buy them, digitally or in person, at La Maison Anglaise through the link below.

https://lamaisonanglaise.com/

Wellness Yoga
Apr 9 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us at the Wellness Centre for a series of 6 yoga sessions this Spring.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness.

Open to all ages and levels; instructor Susa Bernard will show you how to adapt the exercises to your ability. She is a certified yoga instructor at Susa Sparkle Yoga and has been teaching for over five years.

Things to bring with you:

  • A yoga mat or towel
  • A bottle of water

Due to space constraints, we require you to register for this activity.

Register here.

Questions?

For more information, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Apr
10
Wed
2024
50+ Fun Yoga
Apr 10 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Discover our Fun Yoga class for ages 50 and above, to harmonize your mental, physical and emotional dimensions, and cultivate inner tranquility.

Through a balanced blend of postures and breathing exercises, this class releases tension, enhances flexibility and works the entire body. With thoughtful incorporation of chairs, this gentle yet active adaptation of yoga also focuses on mobility. Every posture is tailored to your unique needs, creating a space to realign, calm the mind, and rekindle your inner vitality.

*NEW: You can now choose to take this course either online or in person! If you prefer the online option, we will provide you with an access code at the beginning of the session. You can decide each week how you would like to participate.

Pay before January 22 to register for the winter 2024 session
($60 for all 12 classes)


  • The “Add to Cart” button above will open a new window in PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account, you do not need to open one. Simply click the grey “Check Out” button and then enter your credit card information.
  • On your bank or credit card statement, the merchant name will appear as: JEFF WEJHCA or JEFF COMM PARTNERS.
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Apr 10 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Art Therapy
Apr 10 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Explore your feelings while enjoying the life affirming pleasures of creating art.  No artistic talent is needed.

Join us at the Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale to take part in free art therapy sessions with certified art therapist, Nicole Bouchard.

Each two-hour session (with a 15-minute break) focuses on a different topic:

  • April 3: Fear, Stress and Anxiety
  • April 10: Loss and Grief
  • April 17: Gratitude
  • April 24: Letting Go

The Wellness Centre will provide free refreshments.

We require you to register for these sessions as as places are limited to a maximum of 12 participants.  You may attend all four sessions, or as many sessions as you wish.

Register for this event here.

Questions?

For more information about Art Therapy, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Apr
11
Thu
2024
Improve Your Well-Being with Positive Psychology
Apr 11 @ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Improve Your Well-being With Positive Psychology is a 5-week course to promote mental health and empower you to live a life filled with meaning. Given in English by the Association canadienne pour la santé mentale filiale de Québec, this course centres on the strengths in character and behaviours that can help you thrive in your everyday life.

Positive psychology is defined as “the scientific study of positive human functioning and flourishing on multiple levels.” Each 1.5-hour long session of this course in positive psychology will address one of the following aspects of the PERMA mode:

  • Positive emotions
  • Engagement
  • Relationships
  • Meaning
  • Achievement

Registration for this course is required because there is a limit of 15 participants. You also must be willing to commit to attending the course from start to finish. It will take place at 7:00 p.m. on five Thursdays between March 14 and April 11, 2024.

Are you ready to sign up?  If so, register here

Questions?

For more information about this Improve Your Well-being With Positive Psychology course, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Apr
12
Fri
2024
Parents and Petits Get-together: Guest speaker on dental care and our children
Apr 12 @ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Dental care and your children

Join us to learn about dental care for toddlers with local dentist Dr. Oscar Hernandez. Find out what happens at a preschooler’s first visit to the dentist.  Bring your questions to this informative Parents and Petits!


Parents and Petits is an activity for English-speaking families with babies and pre-school aged children that combines our former Take-a-Break, Baby Chat and Café au lait.

  • The space is set up to give English-speaking pre-school aged children a chance to play and interact.
  • Parents must stay on-site.
  • Vouchers provided to cover the cost of parking
  • Drop-in, no registration required. Hope to see you there!

For more information and events to come

Please visit our Parents and Petits Get-together home page, or send an email to Jessica Price, Family Matters Program Coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net

Apr
13
Sat
2024
First Aid Workshop for Parents
Apr 13 @ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Join us for this first aid workshop given by Formation prevention secours which is intended for parents, but also for grandparents, friends and family who want to know what to do in the event of an emergency with a baby or child.

Please note that there is no certification given for this workshop.   The objective is to raise awareness of first aid for babies and young children.

Topics covered:

Determining if there is a life-threatening emergency
What to do if a baby or child is choking
CPR for babies and children
Severe allergic reaction
Convulsions (e.g. high fever)
Head injuries

Cost: $20 per registrant.  Deadline to register: April 5, 2024.

Please register using the following registration form.

If you require childcare to be able to attend this workshop, please contact Jessica at 418-684-5333 ext. 12009 or jprice@jhpartners.net

Apr
15
Mon
2024
CQSB Performing Arts Festival
Apr 15 @ 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Apr
16
Tue
2024
Brain Power Drop-In
Apr 16 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Are you an English-speaking adult 50 years of age or older and want to keep your mind strong and healthy? Join us to play fun and challenging games to strengthen your mind and connect with others.

🧠 Train your brain;

🤝 Connect with others;

🍎 Enjoy a healthy snack.

To participate:  Please contact Anaïs:  📧 afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net   📞 581-446-7476 

To volunteer:  Give your brain some power while helping others too! Win-win!  To volunteer, please contact Elise:  📧 eholloway@jhpartners.net   📞 581-446-6452

Info Session with Centre RIRE 2000 and Eastern Quebec Learning Centre
Apr 16 @ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

VEQ is pleased to co-host an info session with two fantastic partner organizations!

Centre RIRE 2000 is a non-profit organization whose mission is to support young people and adults from immigrant and cultural communities in their socio-economic integration into Quebec society.

By attending, you’ll learn more about these programs and services:

  • FREE French classes
  • A language exchange program known as jumelage linguistique
  • A job retention service

The Eastern Québec Learning Centre offers classes and programs for students wishing to:

  • Earn a vocational studies diploma (DEP) or certificate (ASP)
  • Complete their Secondary School Diploma
  • OR study French or English as a second language

By attending, you’ll learn more about:

  • How a SARCA* agent can help you with your career or training goals
  • The benefits of getting your career and personal competencies officially recognized (RAC**)
  • Available programs and training courses in English at EQLC

*SARCA = reception, referral, counselling, and support services         **RAC = Recognition of Acquired Competencies

To register: https://forms.office.com/r/bdSwJErVvs

Wellness Yoga
Apr 16 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us at the Wellness Centre for a series of 6 yoga sessions this Spring.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness.

Open to all ages and levels; instructor Susa Bernard will show you how to adapt the exercises to your ability. She is a certified yoga instructor at Susa Sparkle Yoga and has been teaching for over five years.

Things to bring with you:

  • A yoga mat or towel
  • A bottle of water

Due to space constraints, we require you to register for this activity.

Register here.

Questions?

For more information, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Apr
17
Wed
2024
Services for Healthy Aging in the Right Place (SHARP)
Apr 17 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Accessing health and social service: overcoming barriers with tools & resources

Presenter: Alexandra Ethier, PhD Candidate

Research Centre on Aging

LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Apr 17 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Art Therapy
Apr 17 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Explore your feelings while enjoying the life affirming pleasures of creating art.  No artistic talent is needed.

Join us at the Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale to take part in free art therapy sessions with certified art therapist, Nicole Bouchard.

Each two-hour session (with a 15-minute break) focuses on a different topic:

  • April 3: Fear, Stress and Anxiety
  • April 10: Loss and Grief
  • April 17: Gratitude
  • April 24: Letting Go

The Wellness Centre will provide free refreshments.

We require you to register for these sessions as as places are limited to a maximum of 12 participants.  You may attend all four sessions, or as many sessions as you wish.

Register for this event here.

Questions?

For more information about Art Therapy, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Apr
19
Fri
2024
Travellin’ Toddler Time (TTT) at QCRC
Apr 19 @ 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Who We Are

Travellin’ Toddler Time (TTT) is free activity in English for children 3 and 4 years old and their parents/caregivers or grandparents.  Participants sing songs, hear stories, make crafts and enjoy a snack.  This activity is run by the Quebec City Reading Council ( QCRC) and the location rotates every month.  Be sure to check the location for each activity.

This activity is a great way to:
* Practice fine motor skills
* Discover new craft ideas
* Encourage creative learning as a family
* Meet new friends!
Every month is a new theme and host.

 

Join in on the fun!
Registration for this activity is mandatory.  Reserve your place by contacting Quebec City Reading Council by phone, email or Facebook.
418-681-1258; info@qcrc.org; @quebeccityreadingcouncil

Apr
23
Tue
2024
Wellness Yoga
Apr 23 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us at the Wellness Centre for a series of 6 yoga sessions this Spring.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness.

Open to all ages and levels; instructor Susa Bernard will show you how to adapt the exercises to your ability. She is a certified yoga instructor at Susa Sparkle Yoga and has been teaching for over five years.

Things to bring with you:

  • A yoga mat or towel
  • A bottle of water

Due to space constraints, we require you to register for this activity.

Register here.

Questions?

For more information, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Apr
24
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Apr 24 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Art Therapy
Apr 24 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Explore your feelings while enjoying the life affirming pleasures of creating art.  No artistic talent is needed.

Join us at the Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale to take part in free art therapy sessions with certified art therapist, Nicole Bouchard.

Each two-hour session (with a 15-minute break) focuses on a different topic:

  • April 3: Fear, Stress and Anxiety
  • April 10: Loss and Grief
  • April 17: Gratitude
  • April 24: Letting Go

The Wellness Centre will provide free refreshments.

We require you to register for these sessions as as places are limited to a maximum of 12 participants.  You may attend all four sessions, or as many sessions as you wish.

Register for this event here.

Questions?

For more information about Art Therapy, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Apr
26
Fri
2024
Parents and Petits Get-together with onsite breastfeeding support
Apr 26 @ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Breastfeeding support edition of the Parents and Petits Get-together

Breastfeeding support featured this time

Join us to benefit from parent-to-parent contact, encouragement, and valuable information. This time, we will welcome Shelley Dupuis, a certified breastfeeding support volunteer with Allaitement Québec who will be present to provide breastfeeding support once a month.

  • Connect with other English-speaking parents
  • Support provided by breastfeeding support volunteer
  • Scale available to check baby’s growth
  • Everyone is welcome including expectant moms, moms who have breastfed before, those who are breastfeeding now, as well as those who have chosen another feeding option.

Parents and Petits is an activity for English-speaking families with babies and pre-school aged children that combines our former Take-a-Break, Baby Chat and Café au lait.

  • The space is set up to give English-speaking pre-school aged kids a chance to play and interact.
  • Parents must stay on-site.
  • Vouchers provided to cover the cost of parking
  • Drop-in, no registration required. Hope to see you there!

For more information and events to come

Please visit our Parents and Petits Get-together home page, or send an email to Jessica Price, Family Matters Program Coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net

VEQ’s Game Night
Apr 26 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Don’t miss the return of VEQ Game Nights on Friday, April 26.  Hosted at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., you can join other members of the English-speaking community (newcomers or not) for a fun, social evening with light refreshments provided.  Explore new board games or bring your own that you would like to share!  Register below or contact Maria Castro at newcomers@veq.ca for more information:

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=yvXCk1eqO0mBNupA7sm4BmDLD6bYd5JIgx_hsBzRlVlUMTJESzA4TkRDNFVHWUgzR1FORlRQWTdDOS4u

Although registration is NOT REQUIRED, it is strongly recommended, as it allows us to better plan for you!

 

Apr
29
Mon
2024
CQSB Performing Arts Festival
Apr 29 @ 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Apr
30
Tue
2024
Improve Your Snooze
Apr 30 @ 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Quality sleep is an important aspect of overall health and has a close relationship with our mental health.  One important ingredient of good mental health is a good night’s sleep. Many people, however, have problems with sleep or need help to adopt good sleep behaviours. Don’t miss our Improve Your Snooze information session.

During this session with Dr. Megan Daley, professional psychologist, you’ll learn about sleep, sleep hygiene, sleep disorders and be able to get answers to your questions about sleep during a Q&A.

Register here.

For those attending online, you will receive Zoom link by email after you register.

Questions?

For more information about this Improve Your Snooze information session, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

May
1
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
May 1 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
May
3
Fri
2024
Parents and Petits Get-together
May 3 @ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Parents and Petits is an activity for English-speaking families with babies and pre-school aged children that combines our former Take-a-Break, Baby Chat and Café au lait.

  • The space is set up to give English-speaking pre-school aged children a chance to play and interact.
  • Parents must stay on-site.
  • Vouchers provided to cover the cost of parking
  • Drop-in, no registration required. Hope to see you there!

For more information and events to come

Please visit our Parents and Petits Get-together home page, or send an email to Jessica Price, Family Matters Program Coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net

May
5
Sun
2024
My Morrin: Imagining Hopeful Futures – Author Event with Jean-Louis Trudel
May 5 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

How can we make sense of the world and maintain hope for the future? Come share your ideas, what you’re reading and writing, and how they help. Discover how Jean-Louis Trudel, a science fiction author and professor, and Michèle Thibeau, creative writer, sustain their own optimism. They will discuss creative non-fiction and science fiction, including hopepunk and solarpunk, that outline new courses of action in optimistic works.

If you believe good writing and surprising scenarios can help bridge the gap, preparing us for possible futures, join us at Morrin Centre on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at 6 pm.

Register here!

 

Jean-Louis Trudel has been writing science fiction since 1984, and he’s been following climate change for almost as long. While he’s been teaching university students about it for twenty years, he feels we need to propose kinder and brighter futures, both to science fiction audiences and to younger generations.

May
6
Mon
2024
Meditation and Mini Facial with LLL – Mental Health Week
May 6 @ 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

This event is in partnership with Lifelong Learning, a program by Québec City Reading Council, and is open to all 50+ LLL members.

Take a moment to pause as we carve out some essential time in our busy week.  Let’s release the tensions and pressures of everyday life and inhale deeply.  This is your moment.  A chance to rejuvenate your mind and soothe your spirit. During the session, we’ll begin by releasing accumulated stress, ensuring we feel grounded, then proceed with a tranquil face massage, culminating in a peaceful meditation.  Hazel will be your guide through this mindfulness journey as we ease into a slower pace and refresh our senses.

Join Hazel (Tropic), Catherine (Lifelong Learning) and Verity (WE Mind Mental Health) for a relaxing afternoon to celebrate Mental Health Week.  Participants will also receive a Mental Health Goodie Bag!

Registration is limited to 14 people.

Registration and questions?

To register, and for more information about this Meditation and Mini Facial activity, please contact Catherine, Lifelong Learning Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-681-1258.

Talk for Youth by Youth with Jack.org – Mental Health Week
May 6 @ 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

If you’re aged 13-25 years old, join us on Zoom during Mental Health Week for a Jack Talk. Help end the silence around mental health!

Jack Talks are mental health presentations delivered by young people to young people. Trained and certified youth speakers use the power of personal stories and mental health education to inspire, engage, educate and equip young people to look out for themselves and their peers.

Fun fact: 80% of Jack Talks audiences say they walk away with a better understanding of their mental well-being. Now, that’s a win-win!

On the agenda? Topics like bullying, dealing with depression, self-esteem, 2SLGBTQ, and more, from academic stress to immigrant experiences. We’ve got it all covered!

Register for your Zoom link.

Parents are welcome to join too.

About the speakers

Mary Feltham: Mary is a graduate from Grenfell Camps, obtaining a BSc in Psychology and BSc in Nursing.  Now Mary lives with their many animals, and works as the chairperson for the Canadian Federation of Students – Newfoundland and Labrador, advocating for the rights of all students.

Mara So: By day, Mara is a Lab Manager for a cognitive psychology lab at Dalhousie University.  She graduated from Dalhousie in 2020 with a BSc (Hons) in Neuroscience and a Certificate in Animal Behaviour.  By night, she crafts,cosplays, and takes care of her 2 year-old Golden Retriever named Rocco.  In addition to volunteering as a Jack Talks speaker for Jack.org, she also volunteers as an EAL tutor for ISANS, and as a Crisis Responder for Kids Help Phone.

About Jack.org

Jack.org is a charity that trains and empowers youth to have a positive impact on mental health in their communities. They are working towards a Canada where all young people understand how to take care fo their own mental health and look out for each other. A Canada without shame, and where all those that need support, get the help they deserve. With a national network of thousands of young leaders, they’re only just getting started.

Questions?

For more information about Youth Talk on Mental Health, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.

May
7
Tue
2024
Brain Power Drop-In
May 7 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Are you an English-speaking adult 50 years of age or older and want to keep your mind strong and healthy? Join us to play fun and challenging games to strengthen your mind and connect with others.

🧠 Train your brain;

🤝 Connect with others;

🍎 Enjoy a healthy snack.

To participate:  Please contact Anaïs:  📧 afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net   📞 581-446-7476 

To volunteer:  Give your brain some power while helping others too! Win-win!  To volunteer, please contact Elise:  📧 eholloway@jhpartners.net   📞 581-446-6452

Pilates – Mental Health Week
May 7 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us at the Wellness Centre during Mental Health Week for a Pilates session for all ages and levels. Energize your body and boost your mental health through the precise movements and breathing techniques of Pilates.

Certified instructor Alexandra P. Julien will guide you in adapting the exercises to your ability. Alexandra became a Pilates Matwork teacher in 2015 at the Body Control Pilates school in London, England. She now teaches Pilates classes at LOVJOY Pilates, her own studio in Québec City.

Register here.

Questions?

For more information about this Pilates workshop, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.

May
8
Wed
2024
Reading & Mental Health with Morrin Centre – Mental Health Week
May 8 @ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Through fiction, you can escape into a world that isn’t your life, but can help you to deal with it.”

            -Matt Haig, author

“We lose ourselves in what we read, only to return to ourselves, transformed and part of a more expansive world.”

            –Judith Butler, author and theorist

Did you know that reading is good for your mental health as well as for your interpersonal relationships? For instance, psychologists from the New School for Social Research noted in 2013 that reading literature improved one’s ability to register and read other people’s emotions.

The Morrin Centre welcomes visitors during its regular library hours to explore book displays on mental health (free for members; $5 for non-members). Current Library hours are: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.   They are located at 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec, QC G1R 4H3. Please visit their website to learn more about the Morrin Centre.

Resources about reading and mental health:

LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
May 8 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Park Chill-out with VEQ – Mental Health Week
May 8 @ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Let’s unwind and prioritize our mental wellness together!  In celebration of Mental Health Week, the Wellness Centre and Voice of English-speaking Québec (VEQ) invite you to a chilled-out gathering at Parc Victoria.

Bring your blanket and your own picnic treats, and enjoy a laid-back evening in the company of (new) friends and community. We will bring frisbees and games. Spread the word and invite others!

No registration is necessary for this activity. Drop in and meet us at the park from 5 to 7  p.m.  We’ll be where the red circle is in the image below.

Getting there:

  • There are plenty of parking lots near the park. Free street parking should be available after 5 p.m.
  • Parc Victoria is easily accessible by several bus routes.

Questions?

For more information about this Park Chill-out, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.

May
9
Thu
2024
Reading & Mental Health with Morrin Centre – Mental Health Week
May 9 @ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Through fiction, you can escape into a world that isn’t your life, but can help you to deal with it.”

            -Matt Haig, author

“We lose ourselves in what we read, only to return to ourselves, transformed and part of a more expansive world.”

            –Judith Butler, author and theorist

Did you know that reading is good for your mental health as well as for your interpersonal relationships? For instance, psychologists from the New School for Social Research noted in 2013 that reading literature improved one’s ability to register and read other people’s emotions.

The Morrin Centre welcomes visitors during its regular library hours to explore book displays on mental health (free for members; $5 for non-members). Current Library hours are: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.   They are located at 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec, QC G1R 4H3. Please visit their website to learn more about the Morrin Centre.

Resources about reading and mental health:

Mindfulness – Mental Health Week
May 9 @ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Mindfulness is the art and practice of of being fully aware of what’s happening in the moment – emotionally, cognitively, in any way!  It involves nourishing the capacity to be conscious of what you’re doing and of what is happening around you, as well as inside you, with open curiosity, kindness and an attitude of non-judgement.  Mindfulness can be particularly helpful during stressful times because it can help us step back from our stormy minds, procide a calmer perspective, and reveal healthier choices available to use.  It can also help when we need to focus on a difficult or complicated task by reducing the ‘chatter’ of our internal monologue.  While it may come naturally to some, mindfulness takes practice to master.

Join professional psychologist Dr. Meagan Daley in-person at the Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale for a 1.5-hour session in Mindfulness.

Register here.

Questions?

For more information about this Mindfulness workshop, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.

May
10
Fri
2024
Travellin’ Toddler Time at St. Brigid’s Home
May 10 @ 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Who We Are

Travellin’ Toddler Time (TTT) is free activity in English for children 3 and 4 years old and their parents/caregivers or grandparents.  Participants sing songs, hear stories, make crafts and enjoy a snack.  This activity is run by the Quebec City Reading Council ( QCRC) and the location rotates every month.  Be sure to check the location for each activity.

This activity is a great way to:
* Practice fine motor skills
* Discover new craft ideas
* Encourage creative learning as a family
* Meet new friends!
Every month is a new theme and host.

 

Join in on the fun!
Registration for this activity is mandatory. Reserve your place by contacting Quebec City Reading Council by phone, email or Facebook.
418-681-1258; info@qcrc.org; @quebeccityreadingcouncil

Reading & Mental Health with Morrin Centre – Mental Health Week
May 10 @ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Through fiction, you can escape into a world that isn’t your life, but can help you to deal with it.”

            -Matt Haig, author

“We lose ourselves in what we read, only to return to ourselves, transformed and part of a more expansive world.”

            –Judith Butler, author and theorist

Did you know that reading is good for your mental health as well as for your interpersonal relationships? For instance, psychologists from the New School for Social Research noted in 2013 that reading literature improved one’s ability to register and read other people’s emotions.

The Morrin Centre welcomes visitors during its regular library hours to explore book displays on mental health (free for members; $5 for non-members). Current Library hours are: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.   They are located at 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec, QC G1R 4H3. Please visit their website to learn more about the Morrin Centre.

Resources about reading and mental health:

QHS Music Extravaganza
May 10 @ 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Save the date! More details to come

May
11
Sat
2024
Old Québec Walking Tour, open to ALL
May 11 all day

New to Quebec and eager to discover this beautiful city? We’ve got you covered!

Sign up for a FREE walking tour around Old Quebec. All you need is a bottle of water, your walking shoes, comfortable clothes (and an umbrella or rain jacket in case it rains), a camera if you wish to capture the beauty of this city, and sharp ears! We will walk around the centuries-old streets of Old Québec while learning about its history and cultural landmarks.

 

There will be two tours, one in the morning and the second one in the afternoon.

 

Space is LIMITED, so a reservation is required.

  • To register for the morning tour (from 9:30 to 11:30 AM), click here
  • To register for the afternoon tour (from 1:30 to 3:30 PM) click here.

 

Contact Newcomers Coordinator via phone (418) 683-2366 ext. 225 or by email at newcomers@veq.ca

 

Do you want to receive a monthly update notifying you of the upcoming events? Sign up here, it’s free!

 

WE Dads Activity: Make a Masterpiece for Mother’s Day
May 11 @ 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Dads! We’ve organized an art activity for you and your kiddos to get crafty and make something nice for mom for Mother’s Day.  Join Jarryd, our WE Dads Community Animator, on Saturday, May 11 at 9:30 a.m. at the Wellness Centre for a fun, craft activity with your little ones.

We will be painting and decorating a rustic, but classy masterpiece for mom for mother’s day.

To bring:  Bring a smock or old shirt for your child to protect their clothing.

Who can attend: This activity is for dads or father figures and their children of all ages.

Parking:  Free parking on site.

Registration required. We have a limited number of spaces for this activity so reserve your place for this activity.

For more details, please email Jarryd Smith, WE Dads Community Animator at jsmith@jhpartners.net

Reading & Mental Health with Morrin Centre – Mental Health Week
May 11 @ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Through fiction, you can escape into a world that isn’t your life, but can help you to deal with it.”

            -Matt Haig, author

“We lose ourselves in what we read, only to return to ourselves, transformed and part of a more expansive world.”

            –Judith Butler, author and theorist

Did you know that reading is good for your mental health as well as for your interpersonal relationships? For instance, psychologists from the New School for Social Research noted in 2013 that reading literature improved one’s ability to register and read other people’s emotions.

The Morrin Centre welcomes visitors during its regular library hours to explore book displays on mental health (free for members; $5 for non-members). Current Library hours are: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.   They are located at 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec, QC G1R 4H3. Please visit their website to learn more about the Morrin Centre.

Resources about reading and mental health:

Yoga – Mental Health Week
May 11 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join us in the gym the Eastern Québec Learning Centre during Mental Health Week for a Yoga session for all ages and levels.

Let go and reconnect with yourself.  This is a great opportunity to take time for yourself and prioritise your self-care.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness.

Instructor Susa Bernard will show you how to adapt the exercises to your ability. She is a certified yoga instructor at Susa Sparkle Yoga and has been teaching for over five years.

Things to bring with you:

  • A yoga mat or towel
  • A bottle of water

Register here.

Questions?

For more information about this Yoga workshop, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.

Symposium: “The History of Emily Montague”
May 11 @ 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Any way you read it…the novel is still able to instruct and delight.
–Borealis Press

Come learn about Canada’s first novel at our half-day symposium aimed to inform and delight. We ask: what value is there in reading Frances Brooke’s The History of Emily Montague today?

First published in 1769 and set in what eventually became Quebec City, this epistolary novel gives an intimate glimpse of social life just after the British conquest of New France. It is inspired by the writer’s own experience.

Offering insights on relations among the English, the Canadiens, and the Huron-Wendat, the novel reveals both progressive views and racial prejudices of the period through interwoven love stories. It sheds light on a complicated colonial past whose legacy continues to challenge us. The invited speakers will help us address important facets of the novel: Donald Fyson (specialist in 18th–20th century Quebec history at Université Laval), Linda M. Morra (specialist in Canadian women’s literature at Bishop’s University), Jean-Philip Rochon Paul (Huron-Wendat Nation), Peter Sabor (Canada Research Chair in Eighteenth-Century Studies at McGill University), and Philip Sioui (Huron-Wendat Nation).

The talks will be accompanied by dramatic readings. A character actor and a touch of period music will add a flavour of the time. Whether you have read the novel or not, whether you are a member of the public or a specialist in the field, you are sure to come away with new perspectives on a novel which has continued to engage generations of readers.

More information about the presenters and their talks coming soon!

 


To register for this FREE event, click HERE.

For a complete list of The History of Emily Montague activities, please click HERE.

For more about the LHSQ200th activities, please click HERE.


This activity is in celebration of Frances Brooke’s 300th birthday as well as the LHSQ’s 200th anniversary. It is in partnership with the English literature program in the Département de littérature, théâtre et cinéma at Université Laval, the Huron-Wendat Nation, and CEGEP Champlain-St. Lawrence.

 

 

Thank you to the Government of Canada for their support.


Image 1: Frances Brooke by Catherine Read, Oil on canvas (c. 1771), Library and Archives Canada, 1981-88-1, e011154587

Image 2: Frances Brooke by James Hopwood Sr., Stipple engraving (1812), National Portrait Gallery, D14044

QHS Trivia Night
May 11 @ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Save the date! More details to come.

May
12
Sun
2024
Buddy Up: Basketball – Mental Health Week
May 12 @ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Are you looking for a way to stay active, meet new people, and improve your mental well-being? Join this session of Buddy-Up: Basketball with have a particular attention on men’s mental health for Mental Health Week.

Questions?

For more information about men’s health and well-being and relating to Buddy Up: Basketball, please contact Jarryd Smith at jsmith@jhpartners.net or phone at 418-570-7953.

About Buddy Up

Buddy Up is about making buddies but it’s important to take care of ourselves, too. Building ‘strength’ and resilience is key. Building strength physically and mentally within helps us work through emotions, relieve stress, and remember to simply enjoy life.  The Buddy Up campaign is by men, for men. Let’s raise awareness about men’s health and well-being while enjoying the benefits of fitness and camaraderie.


The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

May
14
Tue
2024
Wellness Pilates
May 14 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us this summer at the Wellness Centre for a series of six Pilates sessions for all ages and levels. Energize your body and boost your mental health through the precise movements and breathing techniques of Pilates.

By targeting core muscle strength, Pilates enhances flexibility and promotes proper posture. It’s a great option for yoga enthusiasts seeking a more intense core workout.

Certified instructor Alexandra P. Julien will guide you in adapting the exercises to your ability. Alexandra became a Pilates Matwork teacher in 2015 at the Body Control Pilates school in London, England. She now teaches Pilates classes at LOVJOY Pilates, her own studio in Québec City.

  • Please bring a bottle of water with you.
  • We will provide you with a mat.

Space is limited to a maximum of 12 participants.

Pay before May 12 to register for the summer 2024 sessions.
($30 for all six classes)

  • The “Add to Cart” button above will open a new window in PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account, you do not need to open one. Simply click the grey “Check Out” button and then enter your credit card information.
  • On your bank or credit card statement, the merchant name will appear as: JEFF WEJHCA or JEFF COMM PARTNERS.

Questions?

For more information about our Wellness Pilates, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator: 418-684-5333, ext. 11932, or vjordan@jhpartners.net.

May
15
Wed
2024
Understanding Hearing Loss
May 15 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Overall, 60% of adult Canadians report some hearing loss. In older adults, hearing loss often happens gradually over time. This loss can easily go undetected. It may interfere with communication and often leaves seniors feeling quite isolated and misunderstood. It can also become a common source of frustration for caregivers. However, support is available.

Join us for an information session with Janie Durette, audioprosthesist, to learn more about :

• Signs and causes of hearing loss
• The impact of hearing loss
• Aids and other tools to help improve hearing and communication skills

Registration required as places are limited.

You or your loved one can benefit from a free on-site hearing test after this session.

Fill in this form to register.

 

LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
May 15 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
May
21
Tue
2024
Brain Power Drop-In
May 21 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Are you an English-speaking adult 50 years of age or older and want to keep your mind strong and healthy? Join us to play fun and challenging games to strengthen your mind and connect with others.

🧠 Train your brain;

🤝 Connect with others;

🍎 Enjoy a healthy snack.

To participate:  Please contact Anaïs:  📧 afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net   📞 581-446-7476 

To volunteer:  Give your brain some power while helping others too! Win-win!  To volunteer, please contact Elise:  📧 eholloway@jhpartners.net   📞 581-446-6452

Pixels & Pages: Book Club
May 21 @ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Interested in discussing literature with other book lovers?
Missing connecting over books in the Library? Come join 
Pixels & Pages!

Horse by Geraldine Brooks

Horse is available on OverDrive in e-book format as part of the Morrin Centre’s digital collections HERE.

Please note that this event will be hybrid: the book club will meet in the Library, but it is also possible to participate online via Zoom.

Please email library@morrin.org to learn more or to sign up!

 

This project is in partnership with La Maison Anglaise.

Wellness Pilates
May 21 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us this summer at the Wellness Centre for a series of six Pilates sessions for all ages and levels. Energize your body and boost your mental health through the precise movements and breathing techniques of Pilates.

By targeting core muscle strength, Pilates enhances flexibility and promotes proper posture. It’s a great option for yoga enthusiasts seeking a more intense core workout.

Certified instructor Alexandra P. Julien will guide you in adapting the exercises to your ability. Alexandra became a Pilates Matwork teacher in 2015 at the Body Control Pilates school in London, England. She now teaches Pilates classes at LOVJOY Pilates, her own studio in Québec City.

  • Please bring a bottle of water with you.
  • We will provide you with a mat.

Space is limited to a maximum of 12 participants.

Pay before May 12 to register for the summer 2024 sessions.
($30 for all six classes)

  • The “Add to Cart” button above will open a new window in PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account, you do not need to open one. Simply click the grey “Check Out” button and then enter your credit card information.
  • On your bank or credit card statement, the merchant name will appear as: JEFF WEJHCA or JEFF COMM PARTNERS.

Questions?

For more information about our Wellness Pilates, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator: 418-684-5333, ext. 11932, or vjordan@jhpartners.net.

May
22
Wed
2024
Understanding Age-Related Speech Changes
May 22 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Communication is an important key to quality of life for ourselves and our loved ones.

In this session, we will discuss the preservation of language and communication in the context of healthy aging. We will also look at aphasia in the process of atypical aging. This session will be interactive – bring your questions, your worries and your curiosity!

Our facilitator will be Kristy Findlay, a Speech-Language Pathologist with the Centre Mosaïque, clinique d’orthophonie à Québec.

Everyone must register. 

Register here to join online OR fill up this form to attend in-person at the Wellness Centre.

LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
May 22 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
May
25
Sat
2024
Park meet-up
May 25 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Join other English-speaking parents and caregivers of children of all ages for get-togethers on Saturday mornings from 10-11:30a.m. on the Plains of Abraham. Hang out at the playground and a chat while your kids play . Or, meet-up with the others there and then head off for a walk around the fabulous paths on the Plains.

In case of bad weather, there will be no Meet-up. 

For more information

Email Jessica Price, our Family Matters Program Coordinator, or call her at 418-684-5333, ext. 12009

 

May
26
Sun
2024
CWL Community Breakfast (Shannon)
May 26 @ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

The CWL is hosting their Spring Community Breakfast on Sunday, May 26th from 9 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Pricing

Adults: $12

Children 6-12: $5

Children under 6: Free

 

VEQ is also offering free transportation from the Jeffery Hale Pavilion to the breakfast leaving at 9:30 a.m., and from McGreevy Manor leaving at 9:40 a.m.

 

Please contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve a seat on the bus.

May
28
Tue
2024
Wellness Pilates
May 28 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us this summer at the Wellness Centre for a series of six Pilates sessions for all ages and levels. Energize your body and boost your mental health through the precise movements and breathing techniques of Pilates.

By targeting core muscle strength, Pilates enhances flexibility and promotes proper posture. It’s a great option for yoga enthusiasts seeking a more intense core workout.

Certified instructor Alexandra P. Julien will guide you in adapting the exercises to your ability. Alexandra became a Pilates Matwork teacher in 2015 at the Body Control Pilates school in London, England. She now teaches Pilates classes at LOVJOY Pilates, her own studio in Québec City.

  • Please bring a bottle of water with you.
  • We will provide you with a mat.

Space is limited to a maximum of 12 participants.

Pay before May 12 to register for the summer 2024 sessions.
($30 for all six classes)

  • The “Add to Cart” button above will open a new window in PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account, you do not need to open one. Simply click the grey “Check Out” button and then enter your credit card information.
  • On your bank or credit card statement, the merchant name will appear as: JEFF WEJHCA or JEFF COMM PARTNERS.

Questions?

For more information about our Wellness Pilates, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator: 418-684-5333, ext. 11932, or vjordan@jhpartners.net.

May
29
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
May 29 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
May
30
Thu
2024
VEQ AGM 2024
May 30 @ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Join us on Thursday, May 30, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for our Annual General Meeting.

Connect with old friends, and meet new ones, as you get to know more about VEQ’s successes this past year, and plans for the year ahead! Appetizers and refreshments will be served, and parking is free.

Please RSVP by May 24 to Maria Hoyt:

E: info@veq.ca

T: (418) 683-2366 ext. 221

We cannot wait to see you there!

Prenatal Information Meetings
May 30 @ 6:30 PM – 8:45 PM

Birthing a child is an historic family occasion. It can be a very emotional, awesome and even stressful time for parents-to-be. The Wellness Centre is here to support you, especially in this unusual time.  Pandemic or not, everyone needs to be ready for baby’s arrival.

Get ready for birth by attending four Prenatal Information Meetings given by the perinatal team from Jeffery Hale Community Services.

Due to COVID-19 and the most recent government measures that will be in place, it is yet to be decided if the meetings will take place online or in person, or both.   The decision will be taken one month prior to the meetings.

For more details and to register for these meetings, please visit the webpage of Jeffery Hale Community Services.

May
31
Fri
2024
VEQ’s Game Night, open to all
May 31 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Don’t miss the return of VEQ Game Nights on Friday, May 31.  Hosted at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., you can join other members of the English-speaking community (newcomers or not) for a fun, social evening with light refreshments provided.  Explore new board games or bring your own that you would like to share!  Register below or contact info@veq.ca for more information:

Click here to register.

 

Knowing how many people we are expecting helps us plan ahead, in order to maximise our resources and create a better experience for you!

 

Although registration is NOT REQUIRED, it is strongly recommended, as it allows us to better plan for you!

 

 

Jun
1
Sat
2024
Montmorency Falls Picnic ***POSTPONED***
Jun 1 @ 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM

This event is OPEN TO ALL, newcomers or not!

 

It already feels like summer, doesn’t it?!

 

To get the season started, we are hosting an outdoor picnic at Montmorency Falls, from 11 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. VEQ will provide transportation to the falls and back, free of charge. Registration to the bus is required, since there is a limited capacity. Click here to book your spot on the bus! You can also join us there.

What to expect:

  • FREE bus transportation from our office venue, located at 1270 chemin Sainte-Foy, leaving at 10:30 a.m. and returning to the same address at 2:00 p.m.
  • We will bring board games, as a way of facilitating breaking the ice and establishing new connections.
  • A gift card will be raffled among the participants at the end of the event. The winner can choose from Tim Hortons, Chocolat Favoris, or La Maison Anglaise.

Important information:

  • Meals and/or snacks are NOT included. We encourage you to pack (a basket with) your favorite treats and enjoy a leisurely picnic amidst the majestic beauty of this natural wonder.
  • You can take a stroll along the scenic trails, spot the falls’ famous waterfalls, and make unforgettable memories with friends and family.
  • You can bring a comfortable folding chair or blankets, and take in some most-needed vitamin D!
  • Make sure you bring protection from the sun (hat, sunblock, umbrella, etc.
  • Visit the Falls’ website to find out more about what they offer.
  • Your smile!

You may get your ticket to the park in advance on the SÉPAQ’s reservation website.

Access to the park is free to the residents of Québec’s Metropolitan area* with proof of residence.**

*Québec’s Metropolitan area includes Lévis. For more information, please call the SÉPAQ.

** Proof of residence can be a health card, driver’s license, student ID, any photo ID (that confirms the person’s identity), and a document with the address in Québec’s Metropolitan area.

 

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