Warm up your vocal chords!
Join the Local Vocals choir every Monday starting February 14th through September 26th!
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites people over 50 to hop on the bus as we go to the Museum of Civilization.
Departure from Shannon Hall, 73 chemin de Gosford, at 9:30 a.m
Departure from the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centre at 9:50 a.m.
We will eat lunch on site, however please brown bag it as the café might be under renovation.
To book your spot on the bus, please contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418 683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Please note that places are limited!
“Out & About” is hopping on a bus and visiting the Parliament Building!
Come join us, and after the guided visit, we will have lunch at the “Café du Parlement” — free entrance, participants pay for own lunch. http://www.assnat.qc.ca/fr/visiteurs/restaurants/cafe-parlement/index.html
The National Assembly is located in the heart of Québec City, just steps from Old Québec, and offers you a unique experience through its free guided tours. Learn about the Parliament of Québec and hear some remarkable stories! This fascinating tour (one hour) sheds light on Québec’s history as well as its parliamentary institutions and their major contribution to Québec society. The tour features the National Assembly’s beautiful architecture and works of art. Visit one of Québec City’s top tourist attractions!
For more information or to reserve your spot, please contact Dominique Paddack by email or by phone — (418) 683 2366 ext. 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca
Interested in discussing literature with other book lovers? Missing connecting over books in the Library? Come join Pixels & Pages, the Morrin Centre’s new online book club!
Meeting time: Thursday, April 21 at 7:30 p.m.
Book Selection for April:
Please email library@morrin.org to learn more or to sign up.
Celebrate Earth Day with Voice of English-speaking Québec.
Stop by the Community Space in Shannon, and plant some seeds of edibles to bring home and care for.
This event is for the young and young at heart! Note that parents of children are expected to stay with their children for this activity.
Registration is required by April 19th.
Contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
An activity for those who would like to learn a new sport or those who would like to show off their skills.
Voice of English-speaking Québec is renting two areas for four teams of four people each to play curling. All you need is a pair of clean*, comfy shoes, and your enthusiasm.
Upon arrival, we will be met by two bilingual instructors, who will provide us with special soles for our safety on the ice. Each ice field will accommodate 8 people. All instructions will be given in English.
VEQ will also provide transportation from our offices (1270, chemin Sainte-Foy) to and from the Curling club, leaving Sainte-Foy at 9:30 am. The return to Sainte-Foy is scheduled at 12:15 pm.
This event has a limited capacity (15 people). Registration is REQUIRED. To register please click here.
The link will take you to a Microsoft registration form. Please note that given the limited capacity, it is extremely important that participants let us know at least 48 hours in advance if they are canceling, so we can allocate the resources to someone else on the waiting list.
*By clean we mean no snow, no sand, no gravel, no salt.
Warm up your vocal chords!
Join the Local Vocals choir every Monday starting February 14th through September 26th!
“Out & About” is hopping on a bus and visiting the Parliament Building!
Come join us, and after the guided visit, we will have lunch at the “Café du Parlement” — free entrance, participants pay for own lunch. http://www.assnat.qc.ca/fr/visiteurs/restaurants/cafe-parlement/index.html
The National Assembly is located in the heart of Québec City, just steps from Old Québec, and offers you a unique experience through its guided tours. Learn about the Parliament of Québec and hear some remarkable stories! This fascinating tour (one hour) sheds light on Québec’s history as well as its parliamentary institutions and their major contribution to Québec society. The tour features the National Assembly’s beautiful architecture and works of art. Visit one of Québec City’s top tourist attractions!
For more information about “Out & About” outings for the 50+ members of the English-speaking community, or to reserve your spot, please contact Dominique Paddack by email or by phone: dominique.paddack@veq.ca or (418) 683 2366 ext. 227
Are you a woman entrepreneur looking for support to start or expand your business? Do you want to be part of a supportive community, be inspired, and elevated throughout your entrepreneurial journey?
If you answered yes to these questions, you’re at the right place! Let’s connect and you will discover the resources and funding options available to you as a woman in business.
In this free workshop, we will dive deep into how you can effectively boost your leadership skills, improve your time management skills, explore ways to balance work and family life and seek out financing for your small business, among other topics.
Don’t miss this informative, and interactive workshop that will serve as your entry ticket into the entrepreneurial community. Learn alongside other women and grow your business today.
Pre-registration is required. Once you have registered, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop.
Please Note: Those wishing to obtain business coaching services are encouraged to first attend this free workshop.
.Join us the first Monday of every month in our Community Space in Shannon to have a cup of coffee and chat with other English speakers. Coffee, tea, and some baked goods will be served.
For more information, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Warm up your vocal chords!
Join the Local Vocals choir every Monday starting February 14th through September 26th!
A successful job search often comes down to the interview moment, where one gets to impress the potential employer. With the upcoming regional job fair on the horizon (on May 6 & 7), we in partnership with the FORT program would like to help you prepare for this very important step in your job search.
The moment of truth has come. You sent your CV and cover letters and now you are being called for an interview… In other circumstances, you would be relatively nervous, but you are now living in Québec City and chances are the interview will be in French or at least part of it. No need to panic! We are collaborating with the FORT program to offer you the possibility of practicing your French interviewing skills. At the end of it, you will be better equipped in terms of what kind of questions you can expect when interviewing in French, and how to prepare your selling points in the aforementioned language. Now, if your interviews are most likely to be carried out in English, then by all means you can practice in English!
This activity is 100% free and open to all!
To register please click here.
April is National Poetry Month, and the Morrin Centre is holding its third annual Society Pages Poetry Contest!
The contest is open to all topics and genres of poetry (haikus, lyric poems, etc.), whatever strikes your fancy! The winning poem and the runners-up will be published in the Summer issue of Society Pages.
The contest will run until Friday, May 6, 2022.
Start your day off on the right foot! Voice of English-speaking Québec invites adults aged 50+ to start their day on the right foot and enjoy a walk along Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier’s nature trail.
The walk will leave from the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier community centre at 9 a.m. All levels are welcome!
For more information or to rsvp contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Warm up your vocal chords!
Join the Local Vocals choir every Monday starting February 14th through September 26th!
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites people aged 50+ living in the Northern Perimeter of the City to hop on the bus.
This week, we will be treated to a theatre matinée at Cegep St-Lawrence.
Quebec High School presents
Game of Tiaras by Don Zolidis
Thursday, May 12, 10:00 to 12:00
When the aging king of a Magical Kingdom known as the United States of America, decides to split his empire between his three daughters, Cinderella, Belle, and the Snow Queen terrible, tragedy ensues…terrible, hilarious tragedy. Combining the gut-wrenching plot twists of Game of Thrones and the despair of Shakespearean tragedy, this adaptation of King Lear will leave you dying with laughter as the body count mounts. When you play the Game of Tiaras, you win, or you die, but for sure you laugh.
Bus pick up is free:
Pick up from 73 chemin de Gosford at 9:10 a.m.
Pick up from 2215 Boulevard Valcartier at 9:30 a.m.
To book your spot on the bus, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
VEQ invites people aged 50+ to hop on the bus (or meet us) at the cégep St. Lawrence auditorium for a dress-rehearsal theatre matinée as Quebec High School presents:
Game of Tiaras by Don Zolidis
Thursday, May 12, 10:00 to 12:00
When the aging king of a Magical Kingdom known as the United States of America, decides to split his empire between his three daughters, Cinderella, Belle, and the Snow Queen terrible, tragedy ensues…terrible, hilarious tragedy. Combining the gut-wrenching plot twists of Game of Thrones and the despair of Shakespearean tragedy, this adaptation of King Lear will leave you dying with laughter as the body count mounts. When you play the Game of Tiaras, you win, or you die, but for sure you laugh
To reserve a place, 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 of the city to hop on the bus as we go to the wood sculpture workshop and museum, Atelier Paré.
We will be treated to a tour and traditional legends. Then we will hop on the bus again for lunch at a local restaurant.
The entry fee to the museum is 5$, an additional 2$ for access to the garden. Please ensure you have cash.
Pick up by bus is free. Departure time from Shannon ( 73 chemin de Gosford) at 9:30 a.m
Departure time from Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier ( 2215 boul Valcartier) at 9:50 a.m.
To book your spot on the bus or for more information, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
VEQ invites English-speaking residents of Quebec City aged 50+ to hop on the bus as we go to the “Atelier Paré” in Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré to visit their wood sculpture workshop and museum,
We will be treated to a tour and traditional legends. Then we will hop on the bus again for lunch at a local restaurant (participants pay for own lunch or bring a sandwich!)
Entry fee to museum is 5$ — an additional 2$ for access to garden.
Please ensure you have CASH for museum visit.
To book your spot on the bus or for more information, contact Dominique Paddack at 418-683-2366 x 228 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca
Warm up your vocal chords!
Join the Local Vocals choir every Monday starting February 14th through September 26th!
Join Voice of English-speaking Québec for a spring walk at the Marais du Nord.
Free bus pick up
Shannon ( 73 chemin de Gosford) at 9:20
Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier ( 2215 boul Valcartier) 9:40 a.m.
There is an entry fee of 7$ for trail access. Bathrooms are available on site. The mail trail is flat and well cleared.
To book your spot on the bus contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228, or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
VEQ invites people aged 50+ to hop on the bus and join us to go bowling (small balls) at Salon de Quilles Laval. Several bowling lanes have been reserved from 10:30 am to 11:45 am — fees will vary (5-10$) depending on number of participants/$30/hour per lane — PLEASE BRING CASH.
After bowling, we will be having lunch at a nearby restaurant — at participants own costs.
To book your spot on the bus, contact Dominique Paddack at 418-683-2366 x 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca
Tickets now on sale for QAC’s The School for Scandal
Tickets can now be reserved for Quebec Art Company’s devilish farce, The School for Scandal, which premières on the stage of Holland Elementary School on Thursday, May 19. There will be three other performances of the comedy of manners, on Friday, May 20; Saturday, May 21; and a matinee on Sunday, May 22.
Seating is reserved and tickets are $20. Head on to www.quebecartcompany.com to buy your tickets! While on the website, don’t forget to check out QAC’s previous productions, dating back 40 years.
The poster for the play comes from an oil painting by noted local artist Miriam “Minum” Blair.
The School for Scandal, by R.B. Sheridan, was first performed in May 1777. A review of a 1995 production starring Tony Randall called the play “a superbly crafted laugh machine, and so timeless in delivering delectable comeuppance to a viper’s nest of idle-rich gossipmongers, that you’d practically have to club it to death to stifle its amazing pleasures.”
The QAC version, adapted by director Mark Lepitre and featuring a spirited cast, promises the same pleasures.
Interested in discussing literature with other book lovers? Missing connecting over books in the Library? Come join Pixels & Pages, the Morrin Centre’s new online book club!
Meeting time: Thursday, May 19 at 7:30 p.m.
Book Selection for May:
Please email library@morrin.org to learn more or to sign up.
Tickets now on sale for QAC’s The School for Scandal
Tickets can now be reserved for Quebec Art Company’s devilish farce, The School for Scandal, which premières on the stage of Holland Elementary School on Thursday, May 19. There will be three other performances of the comedy of manners, on Friday, May 20; Saturday, May 21; and a matinee on Sunday, May 22.
Seating is reserved and tickets are $20. Head on to www.quebecartcompany.com to buy your tickets! While on the website, don’t forget to check out QAC’s previous productions, dating back 40 years.
The poster for the play comes from an oil painting by noted local artist Miriam “Minum” Blair.
The School for Scandal, by R.B. Sheridan, was first performed in May 1777. A review of a 1995 production starring Tony Randall called the play “a superbly crafted laugh machine, and so timeless in delivering delectable comeuppance to a viper’s nest of idle-rich gossipmongers, that you’d practically have to club it to death to stifle its amazing pleasures.”
The QAC version, adapted by director Mark Lepitre and featuring a spirited cast, promises the same pleasures.
Tickets now on sale for QAC’s The School for Scandal
Tickets can now be reserved for Quebec Art Company’s devilish farce, The School for Scandal, which premières on the stage of Holland Elementary School on Thursday, May 19. There will be three other performances of the comedy of manners, on Friday, May 20; Saturday, May 21; and a matinee on Sunday, May 22.
Seating is reserved and tickets are $20. Head on to www.quebecartcompany.com to buy your tickets! While on the website, don’t forget to check out QAC’s previous productions, dating back 40 years.
The poster for the play comes from an oil painting by noted local artist Miriam “Minum” Blair.
The School for Scandal, by R.B. Sheridan, was first performed in May 1777. A review of a 1995 production starring Tony Randall called the play “a superbly crafted laugh machine, and so timeless in delivering delectable comeuppance to a viper’s nest of idle-rich gossipmongers, that you’d practically have to club it to death to stifle its amazing pleasures.”
The QAC version, adapted by director Mark Lepitre and featuring a spirited cast, promises the same pleasures.
Tickets now on sale for QAC’s The School for Scandal
Tickets can now be reserved for Quebec Art Company’s devilish farce, The School for Scandal, which premières on the stage of Holland Elementary School on Thursday, May 19. There will be three other performances of the comedy of manners, on Friday, May 20; Saturday, May 21; and a matinee on Sunday, May 22.
Seating is reserved and tickets are $20. Head on to www.quebecartcompany.com to buy your tickets! While on the website, don’t forget to check out QAC’s previous productions, dating back 40 years.
The poster for the play comes from an oil painting by noted local artist Miriam “Minum” Blair.
The School for Scandal, by R.B. Sheridan, was first performed in May 1777. A review of a 1995 production starring Tony Randall called the play “a superbly crafted laugh machine, and so timeless in delivering delectable comeuppance to a viper’s nest of idle-rich gossipmongers, that you’d practically have to club it to death to stifle its amazing pleasures.”
The QAC version, adapted by director Mark Lepitre and featuring a spirited cast, promises the same pleasures.
In this activity we will travel to England on a journey to discover famed mystery writer, AgathaChristie, to learn more about the woman whose books remain outsold only by Shakespeare. We will watch a documentary taking us to the places she lived, the landscapes that inspired her and meet the people who she encountered and found themselves immortalized in her extraordinary canon of work.
After, we will have a book discussion on mystery stories and perhaps you will walk away with a new idea for your next book to read.
This event will run in-person and online. Registration is required.
Join in-person: email Meghan Radden, ProgrammeCoordinator or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited.
Join virtually: Sign up on Lifelong Learning’s webpage: http://www.lifelonglearningquebec.org/events.html
Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities
Are you a woman entrepreneur looking for support to start or expand your business? Do you want to be part of a supportive community, be inspired, and elevated throughout your entrepreneurial journey?
If you answered yes to these questions, you’re at the right place! Let’s connect and you will discover the resources and funding options available to you as a woman in business.
In this free workshop, we will dive deep into how you can effectively boost your leadership skills, improve your time management skills, explore ways to balance work and family life and seek out financing for your small business, among other topics.
Don’t miss this informative, and interactive workshop that will serve as your entry ticket into the entrepreneurial community. Learn alongside other women and grow your business today.
Pre-registration is required. Once you have registered, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop.
Please Note: Those wishing to obtain business coaching services are encouraged to first attend this free workshop.
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, your mask, 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!
***Due to the great success last year, we have added an additional date this year, so more newcomers can enjoy this awesome experience!***
Space is LIMITED, so a reservation is required.
Contact Newcomers Coordinator via phone (418) 683-2366 ext. 225 or by email at newcomers@veq.ca
Tour #1 From 9:30 to 11:30 AM
Tour #2 From 1:00 to 3:00 PM
The Catholic Women’s League (CWL) of Shannon will be holding its traditional community breakfast on Sunday, May 29th, 2022 from 9 a.m. to noon at Shannon Hall, 75 Gosford Road.
VEQ will offer a bus shuttle leaving from the Jeffery Hale pavilion at 9:15 am and McGreevy Manor at 9:30 am, to arrive at Shannon Hall at 10:00 am.
FEES: 10$ (adults) – 5$ (6-12 years old) – FREE (5 years and under)
Places are limited – For more information or to RSVP: please contact Dominique Paddack before Thursday May 26th
Warm up your vocal chords!
Join the Local Vocals choir every Monday starting February 14th through September 26th!
Out & About invites English-speaking “50+ers” to visit and stroll around the beautiful Roger-Van den Hende Botanical Garden on Wednesday June 1st from 10:30 am to 11:30/45 am.
https://www.jardin.ulaval.ca/a-propos/qui-sommes-nous/
There are no fees for the visit — though donations can be given at the entrance.
After the visit, we will be lunching at noon at the Cochon Dingue in Place Ste-Foy — though you are welcome to stroll around Place Ste-Foy or go to the Food Courts if you prefer. Thanks for letting me know in advance, however, for reservation purposes (Cochon Dingue).
We will leave from Place Ste-Foy after lunch around 1:15/30 pm.
For more information or to reserve your spot, please contact me by email or by phone.
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites gardening enthusiasts aged 50+ living in the Northern Perimeter of the city to hop on the bus and bust their plant budget as we go to Floressens for a shopping trip.
Bus pick up at 2215 boulevard Valcartier : 9:20
Bus pickup at 73 Chemin de Gosford : 9:40
To reserve your spot on the bus, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Join us the first Monday of the month. Drop in for a chat, a cup of coffee, or some baked goods!
For more information, contact Catherine Baboudjian at 418-683-2366 x 228
Warm up your vocal chords!
Join the Local Vocals choir every Monday starting February 14th through September 26th!
Out & About invites English-speaking “50+ers” on Wednesday June 8th to take a stroll and enjoy the beautiful views and proximity of the St. Lawrence River! Come discover and re-discover the Parc Nautique de Cap-Rouge, and join us for a leisurely walk along the quay and foot path before heading to lunch (noon) at the nearby Chez Victor restaurant — or bring a picnic!
For more information or to reserve your spot, please contact Dominique Paddack by phone or email (dominique.paddack@veq.ca)
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites people over 50 living in the northern perimeter of the city to hop on the bus as we go out and about.
This week, brunch at Cora, followed by a guided tour of the historic Moulin des Jésuites in Charlesbourg.
Cost to enter the museum is 10$, payable by cash or card on site.
Free bus transportation is offered from Shannon and Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier.
Departure from Shannon ( 73 chemin de Gosford) at 9:45 am
Departure from Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier ( 2215 Boul Valcartier) at 10:05 a.m.
To book your spot on the bus contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Out & About invites English-speaking “50+ers” on Friday June 10th to take a stroll, and enjoy the beautiful views and proximity of the St. Lawrence River! Come discover and re-discover the Parc Nautique de Cap-Rouge and join us for a leisurely walk along the quay and foot path, before heading to lunch (noon) at the nearby Chez Victor restaurant — or bring a picnic!
For more information or to reserve your spot, please contact Dominique Paddack by phone or email (dominique.paddack@veq.ca)
Warm up your vocal chords!
Join the Local Vocals choir every Monday starting February 14th through September 26th!
Out & About invites English-speaking “50+ers” to hop on the bus on Friday June 17th as we visit the wood sculpting museum of the Atelier Paré, and listen the tales and local legends of the past. After the visit, we will go for lunch at a local restaurant.
Museum entry fee: 5$
Bus pick up ( FREE)
To book your spot, contact Dominique at 418- 683-2366 x 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca
Are you a woman entrepreneur looking for support to start or expand your business? Do you want to be part of a supportive community, be inspired, and elevated throughout your entrepreneurial journey?
If you answered yes to these questions, you’re at the right place! Let’s connect and you will discover the resources and funding options available to you as a woman in business.
In this free workshop, we will dive deep into how you can effectively boost your leadership skills, improve your time management skills, explore ways to balance work and family life and seek out financing for your small business, among other topics.
Don’t miss this informative, and interactive workshop that will serve as your entry ticket into the entrepreneurial community. Learn alongside other women and grow your business today.
Pre-registration is required. Once you have registered, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop.
Please Note: Those wishing to obtain business coaching services are encouraged to first attend this free workshop.
Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites adults over 50 living in the northern perimeter of the city to hop on the bus as we visit wood sculpting museum, Atelier Pare and then go for lunch at a local restaurant.
Museum entry fee: 5$
Bus pick up ( FREE):
Shannon, 73 Chemin de Gosford: 9:10 a.m.
Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier, 2215 Boul Valcartier: 9:30 a.m.
To book your spot, contact Catherine at 418- 683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Out & About invites English-speaking “50+ers” to hop on the bus on Monday June 20th as we visit the wood sculplting museum of the Atelier Paré, and listen to the tales and local legends of the past. After the visit, we will go for lunch at a local restaurant.
Museum entry fee: 5$
Bus pick up ( FREE):
To book your spot, contact Dominique at 418- 683-2366 x 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca
Warm up your vocal chords!
Join the Local Vocals choir every Monday starting February 14th through September 26th!
Interested in discussing literature with other book lovers? Missing connecting over books in the Library? Come join Pixels & Pages, the Morrin Centre’s new online book club!
Meeting time: Thursday, June 23 at 7:30 p.m.
Book Selection for June:
Please email library@morrin.org to learn more or to sign up.
Out & About is going mall shopping! Come join us for brunch at Laurier Mall (10:15 am) and get ready to start your summer shopping! For those interested, tables have been reserved at “Allô! Mon Coco”, but you can decide to shop first and lunch later — at the food courts, restaurant of your choice, or pack a lunch!
To reserve a spot, please contact Dominique Paddack at 418-683-2366 x. 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca — starting Wednesday 6/22 please contact Catherine Baboudjian at ext. 228 (catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca)
Voice of Englis-speaking Quebec invites adults over 50 living in Shannon, Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier and Tewkesbury to hop on the bus as we go out and about.
This week’s outing will be to Chalmers- Wesley United Church for a (by donation performance) by Crépuscule.
Free pick up from Shannon ( 73 Chemin de Gosford): 10:00 a.m.
Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier ( 2215 boul Valcartier): 10:20 a.m.
We will be able to go to a nearby café for a quick bite before the concert, if not you can bring a lunch.
To book your spot on the bus, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
VEQ invites adults over 50 to hop on the bus as we go Out & About.
This week’s outing will be to Chalmers-Wesley United Church for a (by donation performance) by Crépuscule.
- Shannon ( 73 Chemin de Gosford): 10:00 a.m.
- Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier ( 2215 boul Valcartier): 10:20 a.m.
- Quebec residents: places are limited on bus and for people living on the East part of town – please contact Catherine for more information (see below) and/or feel free to meet us there.
To book your spot on the bus, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Due to circumstances that are out of our control, the date of our AGM has been postponed to Wednesday, June 29th. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
We invite community members to join us by Zoom once again this year for our Annual General Meeting. If you cannot join electronically, it will be possible to call in.
Please RSVP and let us know how you will be connecting. The Zoom link and numbers will be sent via email the day before the meeting. Looking forward to ”seeing” you!
Drop in Monday morning at our Shannon community space, stick around for a game of scrabble or crib, or just grab a cup of coffee before you start your day!
Bring a friend, too!
For more information, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228.
Out and About invites English-speaking “50+ers” to visit and stroll around the beautiful Roger-Van den Hende Botanical Garden on Friday July 8th and enjoy a picnic in these peaceful gardens!
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There are no fees for the visit — though donations can be given at the entrance.
For more information or to reserve your spot, please contact Catherine Baboudjian.
Start your day on the right foot by joining us in our walking club. This month’s walk will be a historical tour of Shannon, using the newly launched Balado Découverte, created by the Shannon Historical Society. The circuit is wheelchair accessible.
OPTIONAL: Bring your smart phone if you have one so you can download the application.
For more information, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228.
Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites people over 50 to hop on the bus as we go out and about!
This week, play tourist in your own city as we go for lunch at the Cochon Dingue and then stroll about the Quartier Petit Champlain. Enjoy boutiques, outdoor art installations, and the beautiful architecture Quebec City has to offer.
Bus pick up (free) at 73 chemin de Gosford at 9:50
and at 2215 boulevard Valcartier at: 10:10
A minimum of FIVE (5) confirmed registrations are required for the activity to occur.
Please RSVP to Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Eager to go for a hike to one of the most beautiful parks in the area? We are providing transportation to the Jacques-Cartier National Park, so if you recently* moved to the Greater Québec City region and would like to explore this place while making new friends, you only need to sign up!
If you are coming by car to the departing point (1270, chemin Sainte-Foy) you can park your vehicle for free in the parking lot behind the Jeffery Hale Pavilion. I will give you a parking ticket that will waive the fees. We will leave at 10:45 AM, so please plan accordingly. The bus will take us to the Discovery & Services Centre, situated on km 10 from the park’s entrance. The tour is scheduled to begin at 12:00 PM. The interpretive tour will take two hours to be completed. Upon return to the Discovery Centre, participants can take some time to explore a bit more the picnic area, and the souvenir shop or simply relax while feeling the cool breeze of the Jacques-Cartier river. We will head back to Québec City at 3:15 PM.
A naturalist guide will take us on a two-hour hike through the Les Cascades trail. It is categorized as an easy trail, perfect for beginners, a leisure walk, families, or sightseers, with a length of only 4 km.
VEQ will provide FREE transportation to all participants, as well as will cover the fee for the SÉPAQ naturalist. The interpretive hike will be in English (the naturalist guide is bilingual though). Each participant MUST obtain the ticket on Eventbrite. It is $9.25 per adult and free for minors (17-year-old and under). If you already have a valid annual pass to the SÉPAQ (Québec’s provincial parks), then please get your ticket using the child’s admission option.
What to bring:
Comfortable shoes and clothes, water, snacks, a change of clothes in case it rains, your smile!
*Limited capacity of 25 participants (including children)*
*A newcomer is anyone who moved to the Greater Québec City Region in the past 5 years.
Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites people over 50 to hop on the bus as we go out and about!
This week, join us on a garden tour at FloresSens, located in Saint-Raymond. Bring your own picnic lunch and enjoy it on site.
Entry fee is 10$.
Free bus pick up is available from
2215 boul Valcartier: 10:30
73 Chemin de Gosford: 10:10
A minimum of FIVE (5) confirmed participants are required in order for the outing to occur.
Please RSVP to Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
VEQ’s Out and About invites English-speaking “50+ers” to hop on a bus and jump on the ferry to go to Lévis’ Quai Paquet.
Enjoy the boat ride with the best view of Quebec City. Once on the South Shore, we will stroll around and break for lunch at the nearby café or restaurant (Pub Corsair), or feel free to pack a picnic!
For more information or reservations, please contact Dominique Paddack.
VEQ’s Out and About invites English-speaking “50+ers” to hop on a bus and jump on the ferry to go to Lévis’ Quai Paquet.
Enjoy the boat ride with the best view of Quebec City. Once on the South Shore, we will stroll around and break for lunch at the nearby café or restaurant (Corsair Pub) or feel free to pack a picnic!
For more information or reservations, please contact Dominique Paddack.
VEQ’s Out and About invites English-speaking “50+ers” to discover the most beautiful beach in Quebec City! Come stroll around the Plage Jacques-Cartier, walk the footpath or sit on a bench under the shade to enjoy the proximity of the St. Lawrence at its best! Don’t forget to bring your lunch for the picnic!
For more information or to reserve your spot contact Dominique Paddack.
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites people over 50 living in the northern perimeter to hop on our bus as we go out and about!
This week, explore the artisan market next to the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, and then enjoy an organ concert by Samuel Croteau. The pieces played will be by the composer, Haydn.
Bring a picnic lunch!
Free bus transportation from
73 chemin de Gosford: 10:10 a.m.
2215 boul Valcartier: 10:30 a.m
to RSVP BEFORE July 22nd, call Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
to RSVP between July 22nd and July 27th contact Dominique at 418-683-2366 x 227, or dominique.paddack@veq.ca
VEQ’s Out and About invites English-speaking “50+ers” to discover the most beautiful beach in Quebec City! Come stroll around the Plage Jacques-Cartier, walk the footpath or sit on a bench under the shade to enjoy the proximity of the St. Lawrence at its best! Don’t forget to bring your lunch for the picnic!
For more information or to reserve your spot contact Dominique Paddack.
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites you to stop in for a coffee and chat Monday, August 1st between 10 a.m. and noon.
VEQ’s “Out & About’ invites 50 year-old+ers from the English-speaking community to hop on a bus and go to the Maison Hamel-Bruneau for their outdoor concert series (“Souvenirs de Paris “ Katee Julien (quatuor) from noon to 1:00 pm – FREE ADMISSION; it will be followed by lunch at Phil’s Fish-n-Chips after the concert.
Bring your appetite! For the concert, you may bring a foldable camping chair if you have one — though Maison Hamel-Bruneau will provide us with regular outdoor/plastic chairs
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites people over 50 to hop on the bus for coffee, board games and a language exchange at the Place Ephémère Racine! We will be partnering with the Réseau Poivre et Sel and the Centre d’Appui Réseau Aînés for this event.
Help others practice their English, French or Spanish, and maybe pick up some new words in a language you are unfamiliar with as well.
Light refreshments are provided.
Bus pick up in Shannon at 1:00 p.m.
Bus pick up in Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier at 1:15 p.m,
We will return at 3 p.m.
For more information or to reserve your spot contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Out & About invites you to come blueberry picking and picnicking with us in St. Nicolas (Bleutières des Alouettes). After the picnic, we will head out to the Bleutière Vire Crêpes for coffee and (blueberry!) ice-cream – 10:45 am to 1:45 pm/2:00 pm.
Let curiosity lead your way! This off-trail guided activity takes you on a one-hour impressive path, surrounded by ancient boulders, rocks, and minerals, all while learning about them.
If you are coming by car to the departing point (1270, chemin Sainte-Foy) you can park your vehicle for free in the parking lot behind the Jeffery Hale Pavilion. I will give you a parking ticket that will waive the fees. We will leave at 8:45 AM, so please plan accordingly. The bus will take us to the Discovery & Services Centre, situated on km 10 from the park’s entrance. Upon arrival, we can have a quick pit stop (bathroom only), then hop on the bus again, which will take us to a further location, where the tour will begin. The tour is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM. The interpretive tour will take one hour to be completed. Upon return to the Discovery Centre, participants can take some time to explore a bit more the picnic area, and the souvenir shop or simply relax while feeling the cool breeze of the Jacques-Cartier river. We will head back to Québec City at 2:15 PM.
This activity is recommended for kids 6 years or older. Adult participants are warned that this activity will be conducted in tight, closed, and sometimes dark spaces (squeezing between boulders for example). Please consider all this before confirming your attendance. For a better idea of what to expect, you can watch this video.
VEQ will provide FREE transportation to all participants, as well as will cover the fee for the SÉPAQ naturalist. The interpretive hike will be in English (the naturalist guide is bilingual though). Each participant MUST obtain the ticket on Eventbrite. It is $9.25 per adult and free for minors (17-year-old and under). If you already have a valid annual pass to the SÉPAQ (Québec’s provincial parks), then please get your ticket using the child’s admission option. Should you have ANY QUESTIONS, please feel free to email María Castro: newcomers@veq.ca.
*Limited capacity of 25 participants (including children)*
What to bring:
Comfortable shoes and clothes, water, snacks/lunch, a change of clothes in case it rains, and your smile!
*A newcomer is anyone who moved to the Greater Québec City Region in the past 5 years.
Start your day off on the right foot by a walk through the Marais du Nord. Several kilometers of flat trails and boardwalks are available.
Bus transportation from Shannon ( 9: 10 a.m.) and Saint-Gabriel ( 9:30 a.m.) is provided, if not, meet at the park entrace for 10 a.m
Entry fee for the site is 6$ or 4.50$ if over 65 and presentation of I.D
Reserve your spot on the bus by contacting Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine. baboudjian@veq.ca
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites people living in the northern perimeter of the city to hop on the bus as we go to the museum of civilization for a walking tour of old Quebec.
Wear some sturdy shoes, bring a hat and some water and play tourist in your own city.
Transportation from Shannon and Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier is provided.
Pick up at 438 boul Jacques Cartier: 9:30
Pick up at 2215 boul Valcartier:9:50
Note: a minimum of 5 participants is required for the outing to run.
To book your spot, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca OR Dominique Paddak at 418-683-2366 x 227 or dominique.paddak@veq.ca
VEQ’s “Out & About’ invites 50 year-old+ers from the English-speaking community to hop on a bus and go to the Maison Hamel-Bruneau for their outdoor concert series:
Le temps d’une chanson – Trio Varennes, Marie-Josée de Varennes, Anne-Marie Leduc et Michel Mathieu – (noon to 1:00 pm; FREE ADMISSION) – http://www.maisonsdupatrimoine.com/fr/activites/concert/2022-07-06/concerts-les-mercredi-midi-en-chanson.html
This will be followed by lunch at Phil’s Fish-n-Chips after the concert.
Bring your appetite! And for the concert, you may bring foldable camping chair — though Maison Hamel-Bruneau will provide us with regular outdoor/plastic chairs.
Out & About invites you to hop on a bus and come blueberry picking and picnicking with us in St. Nicolas (Bleutière des Alouettes). After the picnic, we will head out to the Bleutière Vire Crêpes for coffee and (blueberry!) ice-cream – 10:45 am to 1:45 pm/2:00 pm.
The Central Québec School Board (CQSB) is an English-speaking public organization overseeing 17 primary & secondary schools and 2 adult education establishments where employees and students learn to thrive together. We are a tight-knit family spread over several locations in a territory of more than 515,000 km², from Québec City to Saguenay to the Mauricie region.
Are you passionate about the world of education? That’s great! So are we! Are you an English speaker who wants to perfect your French?
Are you rigorous, dedicated, open to the world, and smiling? Perfect, we are too! Do you have a creative spirit, are a sports fan, or have a special talent? Great! Our many extracurricular activities will give you the opportunity to share your skills with us!
Join us at our Employment Opportunities Session and let us know more about you!
Light refreshments will be provided.
Pre-registration required. To register: https://forms.office.com/r/yHQrWLzgXL
Questions? Contact Susanna susanna.tang@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x222.
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites people aged 50+ living in the Northern perimeter ( Shannon, Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier etc) to hop on the bus as we go out and about!
This week go for a stroll around the picturesque Cap Rouge marina, and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant ( TBD)
Departure from Shannon, 438 boul Jacques Cartier: 9:40
Departure from Valcartier, 2215 boul Valcartier: 10:00
To confirm your participation, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
VEQ’s Out & About invites you to hop on a bus and visit the beautiful and quaint Ile d’Orléans – We will visit Lavander fields (with gift shop), stop by a Farmer’s market and have lunch at a local restaurant — or packing a lunch is an option as well (10:30 am to 2:30 pm)
NEW DATE – VEQ’s Out & About invites you to hop on a bus and come blueberry picking and picnicking with us in St. Nicolas (Bleuetière des Alouettes). After the picnic, we will head out to the Bleuetière Vire Crêpes for coffee and (blueberry!) ice-cream.
Please note: this event has been pushed back a week from TR 8/11 (raincheck) to TR 8/18
For the first time ever, we will host a rally (escape-room style) activity!
To participate, simply register and you will receive the information by email like where to meet.
Click the link below to learn more about it:
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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!
***Due to the great success last year, we have added an additional date this year, so more newcomers can enjoy this awesome experience!***
Space is LIMITED, so a reservation is required.
Contact Newcomers Coordinator via phone (418) 683-2366 ext. 225 or by email at newcomers@veq.ca
Tour #1 From 9:30 to 11:30 AM
Tour #2 From 1:00 to 3:00 PM
To register: https://forms.office.com/r/FSzJpygHEB
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!
***Due to the great success last year, we have added an additional date this year, so more newcomers can enjoy this awesome experience!***
Space is LIMITED, so a reservation is required.
Contact Newcomers Coordinator via phone (418) 683-2366 ext. 225 or by email at newcomers@veq.ca
Tour #1 From 9:30 to 11:30 AM
Tour #2 From 1:00 to 3:00 PM
Warm up your vocal chords!
Join the Local Vocals choir every Monday starting February 14th through September 26th!
Out & About invites you to hop on a bus, visit and shop at the Grand Marché du Québec. Come have an ice cream! Come discover the local gourmet and food stores and enjoy the shaded picnic area if you choose to have a late lunch!
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites people over 50 living in the Northern Perimeter to hop on the bus as we go to the Island of Orleans with the Centre d’amitié autochtone de Québec.
Bring your wallets and shopping bags: lunch, fresh produce, a bakery visit, cheese shop visit, possible u pick fruits, and a visit to a cultural centre are all in store.
Times for pick up and drop off TBD.
Spots are limited on the bus, book them with Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
POSTPONED : ILE D’ORLÉANS VISIT — New date: Thursday September 01
VEQ’s Out & About invites you to hop on a bus and visit the beautiful and quaint Ile d’Orléans – we will visit the St- François area, a goat cheese/soap/and ice-cream store, stop by a farmer’s market and have lunch at a local restaurant — packing a lunch is an option — though tables will be reserved at the Poste de Traite restaurant. (https://www.aubergeaupostedetraite.com/restaurant)
NEW OUTING: Marché de Ste-Foy and Laurier Québec Mall shopping run – Thursday Augut 25 (1:30 pm – 3:00 pm)
Warm up your vocal chords!
Join the Local Vocals choir every Monday starting February 14th through September 26th!
The days of pulling the wool over customers’ eyes are over! Sales and selling techniques have changed to become more human-centered than ever before. By learning about these changes, one cannot only have a more enjoyable time selling but also effectively close more deals. This Modern Selling Workshop aims to outline strategies and explain frameworks to inspire prospecting, confidence, and sales activities. Topics covered in this workshop include defining modern selling, qualifying leads, creating winning solutions, and understanding the sales cycle. By the end, you will have created a modern selling action plan to take with you to your next client meeting. To book your spot to meet Farshad or Pedro, or to attend The Modern Selling Workshop, contact María Castro now!
Snacks and drinks will be available to participants!
Out & About invites people to hop on a bus to rediscover your city!
Come hop on ANOTHER bus to take the fun and enjoyable ride, on the top deck of the Old Quebec Buses for the guided tour around Old Québec, the Plains of Abraham and the Petit Champlain. Followed by lunch at local restaurant or bring your picnic!
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites people over 50 living in the Northern perimeter to hop on the bus as we go to the Grand Marché.
Bring your shopping bags and appetites, there are so many vendors to discover!
Departure from 438 boul Jacques-Cartier at: 9:45 a.m
Departure from 2215 boul Valcartier at: 10:00 a.m
Return at approximately 1 p.m.
For more information or to book your spot on the bus, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
Thanks to this initiative, newcomers will be paired with a local dodgeball player, who will not only help them learn the game but also the ins and outs of their city.
Registration is not required but is strongly appreciated (so we can have an idea of how many hydrating drinks to get). Please click here to let us know your attendance.
Warm up your vocal chords!
Join the Local Vocals choir every Monday starting February 14th through September 26th!
In this Labour Day edition, drop in on *Tuesday* between 10-12 to catch up on what everyone has been up to during their summer adventures, eat some goodies and connect with other english-speakers from the community.
Drop in between 10 a.m. and noon at our Community Space , 438 boul Jacques Cartier.
If you have questions, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
VEQ’s Out & About invites the 50+ers of the English-speaking community to hop on visit the aquarium of Quebec. Following the visit, we will lunch on site (bringing a picnic is also an option).
Entrance fees: $20
VEQ’s Out & About invites the 50+ers of the English-speaking community to hop on a bus, and hop on another one to rediscover your city!
Come join us on the top deck (or inside) for the guided one hour Old Quebec Bus tour around Old Quebec, the Plains of Abraham and the Petit Champlain. Followed by lunch at local restaurant (12:30-1:30 pm).
Please note: bus ticket fees are $15 (bring cash).
Sunday, September 11 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. –
Auditions are being held for roles in the Quebec Art Company late-November production of The Game’s Afoot or Holmes for the Holidays, at Holland Elementary School, 940 Ave. Ernest-Gagnon. The cast calls for five women with an age range of 20 to 70 and three men in the same age group.
The full audition package can be found on the QAC website at quebecartcompany.com.
Calling on knitters and crocheters of all levels ( or those who want to learn)!
Drop in once a month to the VEQ Community Space in Shannon, bring your projects or bring your questions, our volunteer, Jennifer will be happy to guide you.
Bring your own materials, if you are a beginner, look for worsted weight wool, and size 4 or 4.5 needles or crochet hooks. Light refreshments provided.
For any questions, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
This activity is open to all adults!
Warm up your vocal chords!
Join the Local Vocals choir every Monday starting February 14th through September 26th!
Join us for apple picking and a guided tour of the Cidrerie et Vergers St-Nicolas cider-making facilities ( AND taste testing!) The guided tour is 1 hr long.
11$ for the tour.
Pick 10 lbs for 16$ ( Or SPLIT THE 10 lb bag between you and someone else!)
Departure 438 boul Jacques Cartier :9 :15
Departure 2215 boul Valcartier : 9 :30
To book your spot, contact Catherine at 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca
This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area.
This year, Valcartier Military Centre in Ste. Foy is making their space available to LLL. Please take note that for security reasons, you MUST register in advance, names of attendees will be forwarded to the Military Centre in advance. Those not registered will not be able to gain access to the event.
Enjoy a lovely cup of tea and light snacks with fellow Lifelong Learning members, QCRC staff and community partners. Whether you are renewing your membership or joining Lifelong Learning for the first time, this is a great opportunity to hear about upcoming activities and reconnect with friends.Tea and light snacks will be served.
Registration is required. RSVP by September 8th.
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEES:Membership is $15 per year and payable on the day of the tea, guests are welcome at $5 per person. The $5 entrance fee will go towards the membership fee if a guest joins the prgramme before June 2023. If paying in cash, please try to bring the exact amount of $15.
Cash , exact amount if possible, cheques should be made payable to Quebec City Reading Council.
PARKING
TO REGISTER: email info@lifelongle
Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list to notification of upcoming activities.
VEQ’s Out & About invites the 50+ers of the English-speaking community to hop on a bus, and visit the Wendake Traditional Huron Site. The visit will be followed by lunch at a local restaurant.
Please Note: Entrance fees are $16.75
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!
***Due to the great success last year, we have added an additional date this year, so more newcomers can enjoy this awesome experience!***
Space is LIMITED, so a reservation is required.
Contact Newcomers Coordinator via phone (418) 683-2366 ext. 225 or by email at newcomers@veq.ca
Tour #1 From 9:30 to 11:30 AM
Tour #2 From 1:00 to 3:00 PM
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!
***Due to the great success last year, we have added an additional date this year, so more newcomers can enjoy this awesome experience!***
Space is LIMITED, so a reservation is required.
Contact Newcomers Coordinator via phone (418) 683-2366 ext. 225 or by email at newcomers@veq.ca
Tour #1 From 9:30 to 11:30 AM
Tour #2 From 1:00 to 3:00 PM
Warm up your vocal chords!
Join the Local Vocals choir every Monday starting February 14th through September 26th!