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St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Join the VEQ team to walk the St. Patrick’s parade route. Be part of the parade as we walk through the city and hand out treats for the crowd. Wear your green and have fun with the VEQ staff!
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Saturday, March 25th, 11:30AM-2:00PM
- St. Patrick’s High School, 75 rue de Maisonneuve, Quebec, Quebec, G1R 2C4
For more information: info@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 ext.221
The Volunteer program of the Valcartier Family Centre
Many volunteer opportunities are available, see www.familyforce.ca. If you would like to be part of our dynamic group or if you have questions or comments, contact the Volunteer Coordinator at the VFC.
Julie Lessard
Julie.lessard@forces.gc.ca
418-844-6060
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Programme d’Action bénévole du Centre de la Famille Valcartier
Plusieurs occasions de bénévolat sont disponibles, à www.familyforce.ca. Si vous souhaitez faire partie de notre équipe dynamique ou si vous avez des questions ou commentaires, contactez la personne responsable de l’action bénévole du CFV.
Julie Lessard
Julie.lessard@forces.gc.ca
418-844-6060
Book Club
Our book club meets at the Monique Corriveau Library on the last Tuesday of the month. Our reading list is below.
If you are interested, please don’t hesitate to contact Wallace Robertson at wallace.robertson403@gmail.com
Kirk Hall Crafters
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Creative Expressions for Caregivers
If you are caring for an aging loved one and long for a little creative time to yourself, this is the place for you! Join us and meet others who are living the same caregiver realities. Treat yourself to some ME time and enjoy discovering your creative side. Art materials are provided free of charge and parking is free. If you are reluctant to attend because you cannot leave your loved one alone, please let us know so we can find a way to assist you. Call 418 684-5333 Ext 1539 to register. For more information about other services for English-speaking caregivers please visit: http://wejh.ca/programs/caring-circle/
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Wednesday, March 29 – Quebec City Women’s Club: Low impact cardio dance session with Anne le Brun. For more information, please contact Joan Valois at 418 681-7441 or by email at Jeanne.Valois.1@ulaval.ca.
Location: St.Vincent Elementary School
Time: 7:00PM
VEQ’s Spring Fest
Creative Expressions for Caregivers
If you are caring for an aging loved one and long for a little creative time to yourself, this is the place for you! Join us and meet others who are living the same caregiver realities. Treat yourself to some ME time and enjoy discovering your creative side. Art materials are provided free of charge and parking is free. If you are reluctant to attend because you cannot leave your loved one alone, please let us know so we can find a way to assist you. Call 418 684-5333 Ext 1539 to register. For more information about other services for English-speaking caregivers please visit: http://wejh.ca/programs/caring-circle/
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Chit Chat Club
The Chit Chat Club is currently at max capacity for volunteers and participants. We are always looking for English-speaking volunteer monitors to facilitate the chatting at the tables while we work.
The Chitchat Club is tailor-made for those who wish to practice speaking French and/or English while keeping their hands busy. Volunteer second language teachers act as conversation monitors and guide discussion groups while chatty volunteers work in teams to wash toys, prepare children’s crafts, organize cupboards, fold pamphlets and attend to other interesting assignments for the Wellness Centre programs.
Upcoming Dates
Fridays, 9:30 to 11:30 am
September 30, 2016
October 28, 2016
November 25, 2016
January 20, 2017
February 17, 2017
March 31, 2017
May 26, 2017
Special Request
We are still currently looking for native English-speaking volunteers to facilitate the chatting at these tables while we work. Many of our volunteers are very eager to hear and speak in English with English-speakers. If you are interested in helping in this way, we would happily welcome new additions to our team. For more information, please call 418-683-2366 ext.222.
Spaghetti Supper Valcartier Community Centre
Description: | Saturday, April 1, from 5 to 7 p.m. – Spaghetti Supper organized by the 2017 Canadian Cancer Society Relay for Life Team, Valcartier Roadrunners, at the Saint-Gabriel-de Valcartier Community Centre, 1743 blvd. Valcartier. Cash/check donations will be greatly appreciated and all donations received at this supper will be given to the Canadian Cancer Society. Income tax receipts will be available for all donations over $10. Come encourage us and enjoy a delicious meal. Bar service from 5 to 8 p.m. |
Location: | Valcartier Community Centre, 1743 blvd. Valcartier, Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier |
Date: | Saturday, April 1, 2017 |
Time: | 5:00pm-8:00pm EDT |
Duration: | 3 hours |
CellOSQ concert at Cathedral of the Holy Trinity
Sunday, April 2 at 4:00 p.m. – CellOSQ: Octet of cellos of the Orchestre symphonique de Québec at the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, 31 Rue Des Jardins, Old Quebec. Marie Bergeron, Alejandro Calzadilla, Julie Hereish, Blair Lofgren, Jean-Christophe Guelpa, Tomohisa Toriumi, Suzanne Villeneuve et Ryan Molzan du Quatuor Arthur-LeBlanc.
Tickets $15 at www.lepointdevente.com, or 418 692-2193 or at the door. For more information about this and other concerts at the Cathedral, visit www.cathedral.ca/music/
Location: | Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, 31 Rue des Jardins, Old Quebec |
Date: | Sunday, April 2, 2017 |
Time: | 4:00pm-5:00pm EDT |
Duration: | 1 hour |
ImagiNation Writers’ Festival – Morrin Centre
Over a dozen Canadian authors will take part in our eighth annual writers’ festival, held April 5-9.
A variety of literary events such as readings, discussions and book signings will allow you to meet your favourite writers and discover emerging artists.
Details will be released soon.
Location: | Morrin Centre, 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec |
Kirk Hall Crafters
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ImagiNation Writers’ Festival – Morrin Centre
Over a dozen Canadian authors will take part in our eighth annual writers’ festival, held April 5-9.
A variety of literary events such as readings, discussions and book signings will allow you to meet your favourite writers and discover emerging artists.
Details will be released soon.
Location: | Morrin Centre, 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec |
ImagiNation Writers’ Festival – Morrin Centre
Over a dozen Canadian authors will take part in our eighth annual writers’ festival, held April 5-9.
A variety of literary events such as readings, discussions and book signings will allow you to meet your favourite writers and discover emerging artists.
Details will be released soon.
Location: | Morrin Centre, 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec |
ImagiNation Writers’ Festival – Morrin Centre
Over a dozen Canadian authors will take part in our eighth annual writers’ festival, held April 5-9.
A variety of literary events such as readings, discussions and book signings will allow you to meet your favourite writers and discover emerging artists.
Details will be released soon.
Location: | Morrin Centre, 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec |
ImagiNation Writers’ Festival – Morrin Centre
Over a dozen Canadian authors will take part in our eighth annual writers’ festival, held April 5-9.
A variety of literary events such as readings, discussions and book signings will allow you to meet your favourite writers and discover emerging artists.
Details will be released soon.
Location: | Morrin Centre, 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec |
Irish Heritage Quebec meeting: From Shamrock to MapleMonday, April 10 at 7:30 p.m. – Irish Heritage Quebec will hold an activity in McMahon Hall, 1145 De Salaberry. IHQ president Joe Lonergan will give a presentation entitled From Shamrock to Maple: The Evolution of St. Patrick’s Cadet Corps, Number 208. He will trace the transformation of the unit from one that initially fostered Irish nationalism to one that fostered a developing Canadian identity. Members and friends are invited. Refreshments will be served and parking stubs for Îlot St-Patrick will be validated. For more information, phone Irish Heritage Quebec at 418 704-3404. Joe Lonergan graduated from St. Patrick’s High School, received a B.A. from St. Lawrence College and received a B.Ed and a Master of Arts in History from St. Mary’s University. He retired from St. Patrick’s High School after 35 years in education and is currently President of Irish Heritage Quebec.
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Kirk Hall Crafters
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Caring Circle Café: Thursday, April 20, 2017
Topic: Organizing Help at Home
If you are caring for an elderly love one, you may feel overwhelmed at times. Help may be needed with transportation, shopping, house cleaning, laundry, meal planning, medication distribution, bill paying or keeping track of medical appointments. One person alone simply cannot stay on top of all these things.
We’re here to help you organize help at home. Social worker, Amie Deschamps will be present to explain what help is available and how to access it. Rebecca Gowen Bouchard, founder of Anglo Assistant will provide insight into using a private company to ease your caregiving load.
When & Where: This session begins at 10 AM in the community art room on the second floor of the Jeffery Hale Pavilion. Light refreshments will be served.
This activity is free and so is parking in the hospital parking lot. Participants are asked to call 418 684-5333, Ext 1539 to register.
If you are reluctant to attend because you cannot leave your loved one alone, please call us so we can find a way to assist you.
Book Club
Our book club meets at the Monique Corriveau Library on the last Tuesday of the month. Our reading list is below.
If you are interested, please don’t hesitate to contact Wallace Robertson at wallace.robertson403@gmail.com
Leonard Cohen-Lifelong Learning
April 26th Leonard Cohen
Presenters : Léon Samuel, Jim Eames
Leonard Cohen died in November 2016 after a sixty year long career as a poet, novelist, painter, songwriter and singer. Known most widely for such iconic songs as Suzanne and Hallelujah, Cohen received numerous awards for his contributions to poetry and music, including The Order of Canada, the nation’s highest civilian honor and a legion of followers throughout the world. Participants will examine the events and muses that inspired his poetry and songs of spirituality, religion, sexuality and isolation and listen to some of his most popular songs.
Date; Wednesday April 26th,
Time: 10h00 am to 12h00 pm
Venue: Quebec City Reading Council , 3005 William-Stuart,
2nd floor, room 201 ( please note there are two flghts of stairs, there is no elevator)
Kirk Hall Crafters
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Quebec City Women’s Club: Irish Street Names
Description: | Wednesday, April 26 – Quebec City Women’s Club: John O’Connor will talk about Irish Street Names in Quebec City.
St.Lawrence College room 260 at 7pm. For more information please contact Joan Valois at 418 681-7441 or Jeanne.Valois.1@ulaval.ca |
Date: | Wednesday, April 26, 2017 |
A brand new Cardio Dance class for all levels is starting up at Eastern Quebec Learning Centre this spring.
Everyone is welcome to enjoy great tunes from the 50’s and 60’s!
When: May 18 and 25, June 1 and 8 from 12:30 to 1:30 pm
Where: 3005 rue William-Stuart, Québec, Qc G1W 1V4
Cost: $5 per session
To register please email lebruncardio@gmail.com
A brand new Cardio Dance class for all levels is starting up at Eastern Quebec Learning Centre this spring.
Everyone is welcome to enjoy great tunes from the 50’s and 60’s!
When: May 18 and 25, June 1 and 8 from 12:30 to 1:30 pm
Where: 3005 rue William-Stuart, Québec, Qc G1W 1V4
Cost: $5 per session
To register please email lebruncardio@gmail.com
Seniors from the east of the city are invited to join us for brunch at Eggsquis on Tuesday May 30th from 11AM until we finish eating, which we estimate will be 2PM at the latest. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Friday, May 26th.
Book Club
Our book club meets at the Monique Corriveau Library on the last Tuesday of the month. Our reading list is below.
If you are interested, please don’t hesitate to contact Wallace Robertson at wallace.robertson403@gmail.com
A brand new Cardio Dance class for all levels is starting up at Eastern Quebec Learning Centre this spring.
Everyone is welcome to enjoy great tunes from the 50’s and 60’s!
When: May 18 and 25, June 1 and 8 from 12:30 to 1:30 pm
Where: 3005 rue William-Stuart, Québec, Qc G1W 1V4
Cost: $5 per session
To register please email lebruncardio@gmail.com
Seniors from the west of the city are invited to join us for brunch at Tutti Frutti on Friday June 2nd from 11AM until we finish eating, which we estimate will be 2PM at the latest. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Wednesday, May 31st.
Come and take part in our linguistic duality project! At these workshops, you will be able to improve your capacity to use French and English, in a relaxed, supportive, fun and free environment while creating bilingual stories for children. Minimum signup of two consecutive workshops. To register or to find out more information, please contact the project coordinator: Juanita Craig.
Seniors from McGreevy are invited to join us for a day of shopping at Place Fleur de Lys on Tuesday June 6th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Friday, June 2nd.
The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in the Kirk Hall.
Join this fun for all ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 704-2278
A brand new Cardio Dance class for all levels is starting up at Eastern Quebec Learning Centre this spring.
Everyone is welcome to enjoy great tunes from the 50’s and 60’s!
When: May 18 and 25, June 1 and 8 from 12:30 to 1:30 pm
Where: 3005 rue William-Stuart, Québec, Qc G1W 1V4
Cost: $5 per session
To register please email lebruncardio@gmail.com
The Caring Circle Café offers an oasis for English-speaking caregivers to meet, share experiences, recharge their batteries, find resources, learn new things, and enjoy mutual support. Join us in the board room of Saint Brigid’s Home as we explore the cost of long-term care with Marie-Éve Beaudoin, Unit Manager. A tour of the facilities will follow.
RSVP with Jan Anderson, Community Organizer at 418-684-5333 ext. 1539
If you are reluctant to attend because you cannot leave your loved one alone, please call us so we can find a way to assist you. This free activity is made possible through funding provided by l’APPUI Capitale-Nationale pour les prochaes aidants des aînés.
Come and take part in our linguistic duality project! At these workshops, you will be able to improve your capacity to use French and English, in a relaxed, supportive, fun and free environment while creating bilingual stories for children. Minimum signup of two consecutive workshops. To register or to find out more information, please contact the project coordinator: Juanita Craig.
Seniors from the east of the city are invited to join us for tea on Tuesday June 13th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Friday, June 9th.
The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in the Kirk Hall.
Join this fun for all ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 704-2278
Seniors from McGreevy Manor are invited to join us for a visit to the museum on Friday June 16th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Wednesday, June 14th.
Seniors from the west of the city are invited to join us for tea at Seb’s Tea House on Tuesday June 20th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Friday, June 16th.
The Wellness Center at Jeffery Hale is urgently seeking volunteers for transporting seniors in the Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, Val Bélair and Shannon area. You must be available on Tuesdays during the day. If you are interested, please contact Volunteer Coordinator, Amy Bilodeau at 418-684-5333 ext. 1550.
Join our team, help a senior and benefit from a supportive English-speaking volunteer environment including live training sessions for assisting and transporting seniors in our community.
The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in the Kirk Hall.
Join this fun for all ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 704-2278
Seniors from McGreevy Manor are invited to join us for tea at Seb’s Tea House on Friday June 23th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Wednesday, June 21st.
The Wellness Center at Jeffery Hale is urgently seeking volunteers for transporting seniors in the Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, Val Bélair and Shannon area. You must be available on Tuesdays during the day. If you are interested, please contact Volunteer Coordinator, Amy Bilodeau at 418-684-5333 ext. 1550.
Join our team, help a senior and benefit from a supportive English-speaking volunteer environment including live training sessions for assisting and transporting seniors in our community.
Come join us for our very first senior-led knitting workshop! Whether you are a beginner, or have been knitting for 50 or more years, all are welcome to attend. Knitting materials will be provided, but you are welcome to use your own knitting needles if you prefer. We will be making knit squares which will be assembled into scarves and baby blankets for newcomers and families in need. To register, or for more information, please contact Alexandra Hartley at 418.683.2366 ext. 224, or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca .
The Kirk Hall Crafters, a bilingual group of craft-minded people that meets weekly in the Kirk Hall.
Join this fun for all ages group and enjoy tea and a chat while working on your craft project!
For more information, call Katherine at 418 704-2278
Seniors from the east of the city are invited to join us for delicious ice cream, chocolate, or beverages at Chocolat Favori on Tuesday June 27th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Friday, June 23rd.
9 a.m. crossfit sessions followed by yoga, and cardio and weight exercises.
10 a.m., Mass will be celebrated at the Cathedral-Basilica Notre-Dame de Québec.
11:40 a.m. the Royal 22e Régiment will perform a flag-raising ceremony on Dufferin Terrasse.
1 p.m., the Château Frontenac will serve the largest birthday cake their chefs have ever made.
12 to 5 p.m., the public is invited to enjoy more cake, arts and crafts, games, a mini-farm, etc. on the Plains of Abraham. Caillou and Paw Patrol characters will be there, as will magician Yannick Bergeron. From 6 p.m. – concerts on the main stage on the Plains of Abraham. The day will end at 11 p.m. with a fireworks display from the Citadel.
For details, visit http://feteducanadaquebec.com/home.html
July 2 to 3 – ARTS ALIVE! Festival at the Morrin Centre will feature a wide range of local artists, and activities, including free writing workshops for kids and adults, and an evening of musical performances by Krief and Final State. Register for Book Quest, summer reading club for children age 3 to 12. Launch takes place during the Arts Alive festival. For more information, visit www.morrin.org/artsalive2017. |
For information visit
www.ville.quebec.qc.ca/idees_sortie/grands_evenements/fete_ville/
Chalmers-Wesley United Church at 78 Rue Ste-Ursule will be open to visitors on Quebec City’s birthday.
Free concert at 1:30 p.m. with organist Jean Côté at the keyboard (voluntary donations).
Cream Tea with scones, clotted cream, jams and lemon curd will be served in the lower hall from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. $10.
The Wellness Center at Jeffery Hale is urgently seeking volunteers for transporting seniors in the Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, Val Bélair and Shannon area. You must be available on Tuesdays during the day. If you are interested, please contact Volunteer Coordinator, Amy Bilodeau at 418-684-5333 ext. 1550.
Join our team, help a senior and benefit from a supportive English-speaking volunteer environment including live training sessions for assisting and transporting seniors in our community.
Seniors from McGreevy Manor are invited to join us for delicious ice cream, chocolate, or beverages at Chocolat Favori on Tuesday July 4th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Friday, June 30th.
Come join us to knit for a cause! We’ll be working together to knit 4 inch by 4 inch squares which will later be assembled into baby blankets and scarves for families in need. All materials will be provided! For more information, or to register, please contact Alexandra Hartley at 418-683-2366 ext. 224 or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca .
Vivace Youth Chorus perform at the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity. Free admission. Voluntary donations.
Musical Wednesday concert featuring soprano Sandra Bender accompanied by pianist Samuel Croteau at Chalmers-Wesley Church, 78 Rue Sainte-Ursule in Old Quebec. Admission is free, but voluntary donations are most welcome. $10 is suggested to help us cover expenses
Come join us to knit for a cause! We’ll be working together to knit 4 inch by 4 inch squares which will later be assembled into baby blankets and scarves for families in need. All materials will be provided! For more information, or to register, please contact Alexandra Hartley at 418-683-2366 ext. 224 or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca .
Customer service representative – Volunteer FEQ
Dates: from July 6 to July 16 2017
Celebrate 50 years of musical shivers with us! Make a difference by volunteering for Canada’s biggest outdoor performance event.
What we are looking for:
- Available between 4pm and 11.30pm.
- Must commit to a minimum of 3 nights.
- Greet visitors on our different sites while providing exceptional customer service
- Inform visitors about activities throughout the event
What we offer:
- Official T-shirt of Festival d’été de Québec
- An invitation to our volunteer party
- More perks available based on number of shifts
Next step:
If you are ready for this adventure please apply online at www.chappie.ca
Click on « Connexion » and select « 3E : Festival d’été de Québec et RDV2017 ».
If you have any other questions please do not hesitate to contact us at benevoles@infofestival.com or at 418-523-8830 extension 290.
Thank you for your interest and we hope to see you this summer.
Festival d’Été de Québec (FEQ) – Quebec City’s biggest musical festival is Celebrating 50 years of music! To see the program and order your pass, visit www.infofestival.com/en/
For the second year in a row, Oboe specialist Emma Ahern will be coming to Saint Brigid’s Home to give a private concert. All seniors are welcome, and transportation is provided. Please RSVP by Wednesday, June 28th.
Come and take part in our linguistic duality project! At these workshops, you will be able to improve your capacity to use French and English, in a relaxed, supportive, fun and free environment while creating bilingual stories for children. Minimum signup of two consecutive workshops. To register or to find out more information, please contact the project coordinator: Juanita Craig.
The Wellness Center at Jeffery Hale is urgently seeking volunteers for transporting seniors in the Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, Val Bélair and Shannon area. You must be available on Tuesdays during the day. If you are interested, please contact Volunteer Coordinator, Amy Bilodeau at 418-684-5333 ext. 1550.
Join our team, help a senior and benefit from a supportive English-speaking volunteer environment including live training sessions for assisting and transporting seniors in our community.
Seniors from the west of the city are invited to join us for delicious ice cream, chocolate, or beverages at Chocolat Favori on Tuesday July 11th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Friday, July 7th.
Come join us to knit for a cause! We’ll be working together to knit 4 inch by 4 inch squares which will later be assembled into baby blankets and scarves for families in need. All materials will be provided! For more information, or to register, please contact Alexandra Hartley at 418-683-2366 ext. 224 or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca .
Musical Wednesday concert featuring soprano Sandra Bender accompanied by pianist Samuel Croteau at Chalmers-Wesley Church, 78 Rue Sainte-Ursule in Old Quebec. Admission is free, but voluntary donations are most welcome. $10 is suggested to help us cover expenses
Come join us to knit for a cause! We’ll be working together to knit 4 inch by 4 inch squares which will later be assembled into baby blankets and scarves for families in need. All materials will be provided! For more information, or to register, please contact Alexandra Hartley at 418-683-2366 ext. 224 or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca .
Seniors from McGreevy Manor are invited to join us for a blast from the past brunch experience at Pat Rétro Diner on Friday July 14th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Wednesday, July 12th.
Customer Service Agent – Volunteer RDV2017
Dates: from July 18 to July 23 2017
An exciting popular event for the 150th anniversary of the Canadian Confederation. 40 tall ships and 3000 crew members from all around the world and 35 stopovers in different Canadian ports including Quebec City.
What we are looking for:
- Provide visitors with information on all the tall ships and activities.
- Assist visitors to circulate safely on the ports (changing tides);
- In the evenings welcome visitors to special events.
- Shifts are available during the day and in the evening.
- Must commit to 15 hours
What we offer:
• Official T-shirt of Rendez-Vous 2017
- An invitation to our volunteer party
- Other perks
Next step:
If you are ready for this adventure please apply online at www.chappie.ca
Click on « Connexion » and select « 3E : Festival d’été de Québec et RDV2017 ».
If you have any other questions please do not hesitate to contact us at benevoles@infofestival.com or at 418-523-8830 extension 290.
Thank you for your interest and we hope to see you this summer.
The Wellness Center at Jeffery Hale is urgently seeking volunteers for transporting seniors in the Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, Val Bélair and Shannon area. You must be available on Tuesdays during the day. If you are interested, please contact Volunteer Coordinator, Amy Bilodeau at 418-684-5333 ext. 1550.
Join our team, help a senior and benefit from a supportive English-speaking volunteer environment including live training sessions for assisting and transporting seniors in our community.
Seniors from the east of the city are invited to join us for a picnic in the park across from the Grands Voiliers exhibition on Tuesday July 18th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Friday, July 14th. Feel free to bring lunch and a chair, although there will be seating and food available in the area.
Come join us to knit for a cause! We’ll be working together to knit 4 inch by 4 inch squares which will later be assembled into baby blankets and scarves for families in need. All materials will be provided! For more information, or to register, please contact Alexandra Hartley at 418-683-2366 ext. 224 or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca .
Seniors from McGreevy Manor are invited to join us for a picnic in the park across from the Grands Voiliers exhibition on Wednesday July 19th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Friday, July 14th. Feel free to bring a lunch and a chair, however there will be seating and food available in the park.
Musical Wednesday concert featuring soprano Sandra Bender accompanied by pianist Samuel Croteau at Chalmers-Wesley Church, 78 Rue Sainte-Ursule in Old Quebec. Admission is free, but voluntary donations are most welcome. $10 is suggested to help us cover expenses
Come join us to knit for a cause! We’ll be working together to knit 4 inch by 4 inch squares which will later be assembled into baby blankets and scarves for families in need. All materials will be provided! For more information, or to register, please contact Alexandra Hartley at 418-683-2366 ext. 224 or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca .
The Caring Circle Café offers an oasis for English-speaking caregivers to meet, share experiences, recharge their batteries, find resources, learn new things, and enjoy mutual support. Join us in the Jeffery Hale Pavilion to explore mindfulness with Connie Dubé, Social Worker.
RSVP with Jan Anderson, Community Organizer at 418-684-5333 ext. 1539
If you are reluctant to attend because you cannot leave your loved one alone, please call us so we can find a way to assist you. This free activity is made possible through funding provided by l’APPUI Capitale-Nationale pour les prochaes aidants des aînés.
Seniors from the west of the city are invited to join us for a picnic in the park across from the Grands Voiliers exhibition on Wednesday July 20th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Monday, July 17th. Feel free to bring a lunch and a chair, however there will be seating and food available in the park.
July 24 – August 5 – Festival de l’opéra de Québec / Quebec City Opera Festival featuring….. – Opening Concert Under the Stars, – Louis Riel (opera at Grand Theatre), – American countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo and Les Violons du Roy, – Don Giovanni, Quartom Act III, – Viennese Musical Delights, – Shakespeare at the Opera, – Mascarade à Venise, – Masterclass with soprano Diana Soviero, and…. – La Brigade Lyrique. For more details, visit http://festivaloperaquebec.com/en/ |
Come and take part in our linguistic duality project! At these workshops, you will be able to improve your capacity to use French and English, in a relaxed, supportive, fun and free environment while creating bilingual stories for children. Minimum signup of two consecutive workshops. To register or to find out more information, please contact the project coordinator: Juanita Craig.
The Wellness Center at Jeffery Hale is urgently seeking volunteers for transporting seniors in the Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, Val Bélair and Shannon area. You must be available on Tuesdays during the day. If you are interested, please contact Volunteer Coordinator, Amy Bilodeau at 418-684-5333 ext. 1550.
Join our team, help a senior and benefit from a supportive English-speaking volunteer environment including live training sessions for assisting and transporting seniors in our community.
Seniors from the east of the city are invited to join us at Terrasse Dufferin for some sightseeing and fresh air on Tuesday July 25th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Friday, July 21st.
Come join us to knit for a cause! We’ll be working together to knit 4 inch by 4 inch squares which will later be assembled into baby blankets and scarves for families in need. All materials will be provided! For more information, or to register, please contact Alexandra Hartley at 418-683-2366 ext. 224 or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca .
Seniors from McGreevy Manor are invited to join us at Petit Champlain for some sightseeing, shopping, and fresh air on Wednesday July 26th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Friday, July 21st.
Come join us to knit for a cause! We’ll be working together to knit 4 inch by 4 inch squares which will later be assembled into baby blankets and scarves for families in need. All materials will be provided! For more information, or to register, please contact Alexandra Hartley at 418-683-2366 ext. 224 or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca .
Seniors from the west of the city are invited to join us at Terrasse Dufferin for some sightseeing and fresh air on Thursday July 27th. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Monday, July 24th.
The Wellness Center at Jeffery Hale is urgently seeking volunteers for transporting seniors in the Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, Val Bélair and Shannon area. You must be available on Tuesdays during the day. If you are interested, please contact Volunteer Coordinator, Amy Bilodeau at 418-684-5333 ext. 1550.
Join our team, help a senior and benefit from a supportive English-speaking volunteer environment including live training sessions for assisting and transporting seniors in our community.
Seniors from the east of the city are invited to join us for a trip around the Island of Orleans to take in the sights, visit some local locals, and get some fresh air on Tuesday August 1st. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Friday, July 28th.
Come join us to knit for a cause! We’ll be working together to knit 4 inch by 4 inch squares which will later be assembled into baby blankets and scarves for families in need. All materials will be provided! For more information, or to register, please contact Alexandra Hartley at 418-683-2366 ext. 224 or alexandra.hartley@veq.ca .
Seniors from McGreevy Manorare invited to join us for a trip around the Island of Orleans to take in the sights, visit some local locals, and get some fresh air on Wednesday August 2nd. Transportation to and from the outing is free, and our helpful staff will be present to provide assistance to those who need it. Please RSVP by 4PM on Friday, July 28th.