We are glad to be able to host in-person events once again!

Did you recently move to the Greater Québec City region and have been finding it difficult to meet people? Are you eager to go out while connecting with others?

Join us either on Friday, March 5th, or Saturday, March 6 to go on a walk lit by torchlights.

While the authorities will allow in-person social gatherings during that week, we still have to comply with the safety measures, like keeping a physical distance from each other and wearing a mask at all times. Still, we’re happy to be able to meet and greet you outside of the virtual world!

At the end of the event, a participation prize will be awarded to a lucky winner of a $25 gift card from the commerce of choice.

*** As per the authority’s guidelines, a maximum of 8 people are allowed to get together in outdoor social gatherings. Make sure you book your spot!***

Baby Chat Café has gone virtual during the pandemic period. It’s still a great chance to meet and chat with other English-speaking parents of babies under one year of age. All you need to connect is internet access and  a cell phone, tablet, laptop or computer with webcam. If you prefer, you can opt to join by your landline. 

• Guest speakers on subjects of interest to new parents
• It is free of charge but registration by the day prior is necessary so we can send you the login details
• Expectant parents also welcome
• Virtual sessions mean no more parking hassles!

Learn  about helpful federal government services and benefits to support families during this visit from Service Canada. Topics of interest include how to obtain a Social Insurance Number and passport for baby, child benefits, education savings plans, plus much more!  For more details or to register to obtain log-in details , please email our Interim Program Coordinator  jprice@jhpartners.net

Live your dream life by saving money!

VEQ is hosting Carl-André Poliquin from CJE Option-travail for a Zoom workshop on budgeting. 

He will also be available to field your personal finance questions after the presentation.

For more information and to register, email Susanna Tang at susanna.tang@veq.ca 

Giving birth in the midst of a pandemic is certainly not something any of us ever wished for!  It is, however, a current reality for many local English-speaking parents-to-be.  The Wellness Centre is here to support you in this highly unusual time.

Get ready for birth in these unusual times by taking part in a three-session virtual prenatal course guided by Doula, Camille Nadeau. Learn all about Camille in a recent article about her in the Quebec Chronicle-Telegraph newspaper.

The aim of these sessions is to give you tips for an active and calm childbirth, and help prepare you for the unexpected. We hope empower you on how to make an informed choice in terms of medical decisions and how to stay calm and resilient, no matter what.

• Where: Online videoconference sessions. All you need is a cellphone, tablet or laptop with a camera and an internet connection.
• When:  Tuesdays, March 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 6:30 pm

Topics to be covered

Our user-friendly online course is done in a way that will give you a chance to connect with the other participants.  In these three sessions, Camille will cover:

• Understanding labour
• Managing the intensity of birth
• Developing your  personalized birth plan
• Breastfeeding and postnatal period

Special notes and how to register

The Wellness Centre has offered to partly cover the cost of this course during the pandemic. Your cost is $50 for the package of four sessions.  For more information please contact  Jessican Price, Program Coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net or reserve your place by making an online payment of $50 today.

Kate Nadeau, breastfeeding coach with Allaitement Québec and mother of two will offer practical advice to expectant parents about breastfeeding

• Learn what to expect as your baby begins nursing
• Discover tips to help baby latch on easily
• Find the position that’s right for you and baby
• Follow baby’s rhythm and establish your own family routines
• Learn what Dads can do to support the nursing process
• Ensure you know what do if minor nursing problems arise
• Rest assured baby is gaining weight, growing and thriving on breast milk alone

To register: 418 684-5333, ext. 1265 or efleming@jhpartners.net

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.

Join in on the fun!

Reserve your place by registering in the following Zoom registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpcO2ppj8uE9MQDOaOvgoIFWQzdqHe9CGF

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/447811429749338/

Giving birth in the midst of a pandemic is certainly not something any of us ever wished for!  It is, however, a current reality for many local English-speaking parents-to-be.  The Wellness Centre is here to support you in this highly unusual time.

Get ready for birth in these unusual times by taking part in a three-session virtual prenatal course guided by Doula, Camille Nadeau. Learn all about Camille in a recent article about her in the Quebec Chronicle-Telegraph newspaper.

The aim of these sessions is to give you tips for an active and calm childbirth, and help prepare you for the unexpected. We hope empower you on how to make an informed choice in terms of medical decisions and how to stay calm and resilient, no matter what.

• Where: Online videoconference sessions. All you need is a cellphone, tablet or laptop with a camera and an internet connection.
• When:  Tuesdays, March 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 6:30 pm

Topics to be covered

Our user-friendly online course is done in a way that will give you a chance to connect with the other participants.  In these three sessions, Camille will cover:

• Understanding labour
• Managing the intensity of birth
• Developing your  personalized birth plan
• Breastfeeding and postnatal period

Special notes and how to register

The Wellness Centre has offered to partly cover the cost of this course during the pandemic. Your cost is $50 for the package of four sessions.  For more information please contact  Jessican Price, Program Coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net or reserve your place by making an online payment of $50 today.

Join experienced psychoeducator Krysta Letto to learn more about anxiety in children and develop strategies for parents to help their children find emotional rest.

From a developmental perspective, we will explore the emotional roots of anxiety – going beyond the reactions and behaviours we see in our children.  We will look at the essential role of relationship when addressing anxiety as well as the importance of making room for safe emotional expression.

To register for the Zoom videoconference, visit:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErfuuorjkoHt1p2QYsGvlJ4_vGUSQ47sPV

For more information, please contact:
Ellie Fleming, 418-684-5333 ext.1265 or efleming@jhpartners.net

Click here to view the poster

Join experienced psychoeducator Krysta Letto to learn more about anxiety in teens and develop strategies for parents to help their teens find emotional rest.

From a developmental perspective, we will explore the emotional roots of anxiety – going beyond the reactions and behaviours we see in our children.  We will look at the essential role of relationship when addressing anxiety as well as the importance of making room for safe emotional expression.

To register for the Zoom videoconference, visit:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqf–uqjkqHdDxcg4Anf6ns1KlT1u30zpL 

For more information, please contact:
Ellie Fleming, 418-684-5333 ext.1265 or efleming@jhpartners.net

Click here to view the poster

Take-a-Break has gone virtual during the pandemic period. It’s still a great chance to meet and chat with other English-speaking parents of preschoolers. All you need to connect is internet access and  a cell phone, tablet, laptop or computer with webcam. If you prefer, you can opt to join by your landline. 

A great chance to meet and chat with other English-speaking parents of preschool-aged children.

• Hear guest speakers on topics of interest to parents.
• Talk about being a parent and get support.
• Exchange ideas and share information.

Join us for an informal virtual get together with Geneviève Fily-Paré, Speech Pathologist, as we chat about  raising bilingual children.  Learn about the richness bilingualism can offer to your children, strategies to help your children learn the languages around them, and myths surrounding bilingualism and bilingual children.   For more details or to  obtain log-in details , please email our  Interim Program Coordinator by email at jprice@jhpartners.net

VEQ is happy to invite you to another virtual game night—Trivia-style. Join us on Zoom, and test your knowledge during this fun “final exam” that La Revanche has prepared for you. The top 3 scorers (or teams) will walk away with prizes.

To sign up:
Please send an email to info@veq.ca with your name and the email address where you would like to receive your Zoom link, as well as the number of participants you are signing up for.

Note: A household using the same “Zoom Window” will play as one team. If you would like to play separately, please sign up using different email addresses and Zoom accounts. All ages welcome.

zzYes, there is still snow on the ground, but it’s never too early to start thinking about your summer garden.  Sign up before February 20th to reserve a seed package to start your veggie garden courtesy of the community Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale. Then, join Monica Verweij, our passionate gardener Guru, and her co-host Elise Holloway, for a virtual planting event on March 20th.

How to register

To participate and to get your seed packet, please register and also send your mailing address to Jessica Price at jprice@jhpartners.net

EPIQ (English-speaking Parents in Quebec) events are organized by volunteer parents with support from the community Wellness Centre.

Some activities are just for parents (who doesn’t love a night out without the kids!) and other events are for the whole family.

Please check out the Family Matters e-newsletter or visit our EPIQ information page for more details.

Join the Café au lait Crew on  Mondays from the comfort of your home via videoconference.  This is a relaxing, embracing space where you can benefit from parent-to-parent contact, encouragement, valuable information and  support from Shelley Dupuis, certified Breastfeeding Consultant with Allaitement Québec.  Everyone is welcome – including expectant moms. If you want to enjoy good company, please join us online! You don’t have be breastfeeding to participate. Older sibs are welcome as well.

Sessions take place once a month on Mondays from 10 to 11:00am.

Participants must pre-register so that log-in information can be provided the day prior to the session. Please email jprice@jhpartners.net to sign up.

To learn more please visit  https://wejh.ca/programs-and-activities/family-matters/cafe-au-lait-crew/ 

At your request, we bring you one more Meditation & Mindfulness session for newcomers and for FREE!

Meditation is the process of training your mind to focus and redirect your thoughts. Its benefits have been scientifically proven to help with stress management, and boy, it’s been stressful at times, lately! During this session, we’ll explore different and accessible techniques such as conscious breathing, mindfulness meditation.

*At the end of the session, a participant will be randomly selected (on a raffle) to be the lucky winner of a participation prize. *

Giving birth in the midst of a pandemic is certainly not something any of us ever wished for!  It is, however, a current reality for many local English-speaking parents-to-be.  The Wellness Centre is here to support you in this highly unusual time.

Get ready for birth in these unusual times by taking part in a three-session virtual prenatal course guided by Doula, Camille Nadeau. Learn all about Camille in a recent article about her in the Quebec Chronicle-Telegraph newspaper.

The aim of these sessions is to give you tips for an active and calm childbirth, and help prepare you for the unexpected. We hope empower you on how to make an informed choice in terms of medical decisions and how to stay calm and resilient, no matter what.

• Where: Online videoconference sessions. All you need is a cellphone, tablet or laptop with a camera and an internet connection.
• When:  Tuesdays, March 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 6:30 pm

Topics to be covered

Our user-friendly online course is done in a way that will give you a chance to connect with the other participants.  In these three sessions, Camille will cover:

• Understanding labour
• Managing the intensity of birth
• Developing your  personalized birth plan
• Breastfeeding and postnatal period

Special notes and how to register

The Wellness Centre has offered to partly cover the cost of this course during the pandemic. Your cost is $50 for the package of four sessions.  For more information please contact  Jessican Price, Program Coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net or reserve your place by making an online payment of $50 today.

Giving birth in the midst of a pandemic is certainly not something any of us ever wished for!  It is, however, a current reality for many local English-speaking parents-to-be.  The Wellness Centre is here to support you in this highly unusual time.

Get ready for birth in these unusual times by taking part in a three-session virtual prenatal course guided by Doula, Camille Nadeau. Learn all about Camille in a recent article about her in the Quebec Chronicle-Telegraph newspaper.

The aim of these sessions is to give you tips for an active and calm childbirth, and help prepare you for the unexpected. We hope empower you on how to make an informed choice in terms of medical decisions and how to stay calm and resilient, no matter what.

• Where: Online videoconference sessions. All you need is a cellphone, tablet or laptop with a camera and an internet connection.
• When:  Tuesdays, March 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 6:30 pm

Topics to be covered

Our user-friendly online course is done in a way that will give you a chance to connect with the other participants.  In these three sessions, Camille will cover:

• Understanding labour
• Managing the intensity of birth
• Developing your  personalized birth plan
• Breastfeeding and postnatal period

Special notes and how to register

The Wellness Centre has offered to partly cover the cost of this course during the pandemic. Your cost is $50 for the package of four sessions.  For more information please contact  Jessican Price, Program Coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net or reserve your place by making an online payment of $50 today.

Speech therapy offers an improved quality of life for caregivers and those they care for. Join us for a  timely session  led by Kristy Findlay, Speech-Language Pathologist with the Centre Mosaïque, clinique d’orthophonie à Québec as we learn together how speech therapy can improve quality of life for  loved ones with limited speech due  to stroke, Parkinson’s or P-like diseases, dementia and/or Alzheimer’s. Come learn new ways to communicate more effectively. For more information or to register, please contact our Community Organizer.

This activity is made possible thanks to

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.

Join in on the fun!

REGISTRATION: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpcOugpzIuHtQT7bfX3IJKF3b1liOmt4w4

Did you recently move to the Greater Québec City region? Are you interested in broadening your network, despite the current situation?

We continue our virtual and culinary tour around the world; this time, and for many of us, it will be our very first experience with exotic Mauritian cuisine!  While it is not recommended to travel right now, we can still transport ourselves through food, and our guest cook, Melissa will teach us how to prepare a traditional dish from her native island.

Register now and jot it down in your calendar!

You are not really into cooking? No worries: the more, the merrier, join us and connect with others!

If you have a recipe that you would like to share with other newcomers, please feel free to let María know!

Each guest cook will receive a $25 gift certificate card from the supermarket of their choice, to help cover the cost of the ingredients. Newcomers from elsewhere in Canada, share with us what is considered a typical dish in your hometown!

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

Baby Chat Café has gone virtual during the pandemic period. It’s still a great chance to meet and chat with other English-speaking parents of babies under one year of age. All you need to connect is internet access and  a cell phone, tablet, laptop or computer with webcam. If you prefer, you can opt to join by your landline. 

• Guest speakers on subjects of interest to new parents
• It is free of charge but registration by the day prior is necessary so we can send you the login details
• Expectant parents also welcome
• Virtual sessions mean no more parking hassles!

ZOOM into Baby Chat Café on  April 13th 

Join us for a discussion about introducing foods to baby.  Whether you have already started this process or not, join us for a great morning as we talk about different strategies, approaches (spoon feeding versus baby led weaning), allergies and overall tips and tricks on getting your child the nutrients they need for a healthy start in life!
In the mean time, free to read up on introducing food, baby-led weaning versus spoon feeding, and nutritional information.

For more details or to register to obtain log-in details , please email our Interim Program Coordinator by email jprice@jhpartners.net

Today’s environment is stressful in many different ways. Loneliness, uncertainty, grief, and fear have been part of our daily lives since March 2020. Experts advise us to practice living mindfully in order to find more serenity and stability in our thoughts, hearts and lives, but is it really possible in the current context? The answer is yes!

Join experienced psychologist Dr. Meagan Daley in this mindfulness workshop to help understand and put into practice tools for finding more calm and letting go – even in the eye of the storm.
“You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf” (Jon Kabat-Zinn)

To register for the Zoom videoconference, visit:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvcOyqpzkvHNyzzBPHtCZGltRajv8QDiY8

For more information, please contact:
Ellie Fleming, 418-684-5333 ext.1265 or efleming@jhpartners.net

Click here to view the poster.

Take-a-Break has gone virtual during the pandemic period. It’s still a great chance to meet and chat with other English-speaking parents of preschoolers. All you need to connect is internet access and  a cell phone, tablet, laptop or computer with webcam. If you prefer, you can opt to join by your landline. 

A great chance to meet and chat with other English-speaking parents of preschool-aged children.

• Hear guest speakers on topics of interest to parents.
• Talk about being a parent and get support.
• Exchange ideas and share information.

Join us to learn more about dental care for toddlers with local dentist Dr. Oscar Hernandez. Find out what happens at a preschooler’s first visit to the dentist.  For more details or to register to obtain log-in details, please email our Program Coordinator  by email jprice@jhpartners.net

Join our volunteer host Simon and co-host Amanda for an introduction to the guitar!   Bring your guitar if you have one, your questions and your musical spirit!

EPIQ (English-speaking Parents in Quebec) events are organized by volunteer parents with support from the community Wellness Centre.

Some activities are just for parents (who doesn’t love a night out without the kids!) and other events are for the whole family.

Please check out the Family Matters e-newsletter or visit our EPIQ information page for more details.

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

Pharmacists are all about helping the public. They dispense medication and offer clients advice and practical help on keeping healthy. Come learn more about this valuable community resource from presenter Jean-Marc Bélanger, Pharm. D. “Who could save you a trip to the medical clinic? Your pharmacist.” (AQPP) Convenient, close to home, and one of the most accessible health care professionals in your community (CPHA 2010). Join us for a conversation with a Community Pharmacist who will describe the new services available to you and how to access them.

This health video conference will take place via Zoom.  Please use this link to . register https://chssn-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYtc–uqTkpH90Cz7Wh6SaoczU37HHP46c6  Under the question block which asks: Name of local community organization that invited you to this event, please insert JH Community Partners Kindly contact Jan Anderson, Community Organizer, if you need assistance or additional information.

A CHSSN initiative funded through Health Canada’s Official Languages Health Contribution Program 2018-2023

Some things are simply out of our control. Add a global pandemic to the mix, full of isolation and social distancing, and life has become  even more stressful!

We have lost so much: our ability to connect with others, our usual routines, perhaps even our creature comforts like good food and travel. Some losses hit us harder than others, however, like losing someone we love. As a caregiver, you may be dealing with loved one’s sudden death or a more gradual loss bit-by-bit due to memory loss, chronic illness or aging.

In our society, we find it hard to face and honour loss, death, and dying, yet it happens all around us during our lives.  Perhaps not having been taught how to grieve properly has led us to avoid it as much as possible. Does everyone start to feel better after a certain time? Does time really heal?  What we have come to understand is that each person grieves in unique ways, and that facing the emotions that come with loss can enrich life moving forward.

Discover your inner resources for coping with grief

Grief and loss are powerful emotions.  They are a part of caregiving and life that cannot be avoided, even before the pandemic. The Wellness Centre team understands, however, that it’s been especially hard to find healthy closure during these unusual times.  WE invite you to join us online for an intimate and caring discussion on the topic of Embracing Grief and Loss with CMA Medeiros, certified Grief Recovery Specialist®.  She will help you discover the resources that you already have within you to grieve fully and well.

Join us on a Wednesday evening to explore why it is so important to honour the grieving process and how to find a path to healing within a supportive community.

Please email Jan janderson@jhpartners.net to register to get the link for the Zoom session.

This activity is made possible thanks to:

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Do other people have a hard time understanding your three year-old talk? Is your child developing differently than their siblings? Are you worried that something might be wrong? Does your family speak more than one language? Do you wonder if this is impacting your son or daughter’s language development?

To learn what is “normal” in children’s speech and language development, attend this informal online session  with members of the early childhood team from Jeffery Hale Community Services and speech-language pathologist, Geneviève Fily-Paré. Ask questions about your child. Get information about helpful resources, if need be.

For more information or to register for the Zoom conference, by April 14, visit:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcufuqgrD8qE9dMV0f67NQSBQDH5Xt7ijiO

For more information, please contact:
Ellie Fleming, 418-684-5333 ext.1265 or efleming@jhpartners.net

Summer is around the corner and the recipe we will learn to prepare will be all you want to eat on hot days: ceviche!

It is a two-for-one experience, learn how to prepare a delicious dish from abroad while meeting other newcomers and broadening your network.

To sign up, simply email Maria Castro, newcomers@veq.ca to obtain the Zoom link. If you have any questions please feel free to give her a call too: (418) 683-2366 ext. 225.

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAqc-qrrTwvG9PObHkBL8nHXE3lK1AumHIE

Join the Café au lait Crew on  Mondays from the comfort of your home via videoconference.  This is a relaxing, embracing space where you can benefit from parent-to-parent contact, encouragement, valuable information and  support from Shelley Dupuis, certified Breastfeeding Consultant with Allaitement Québec.  Everyone is welcome – including expectant moms. If you want to enjoy good company, please join us online! You don’t have be breastfeeding to participate. Older sibs are welcome as well.

Sessions take place once a month on Mondays from 10 to 11:00am.

Participants must pre-register so that log-in information can be provided the day prior to the session. Please email jprice@jhpartners.net to sign up.

To learn more please visit  https://wejh.ca/programs-and-activities/family-matters/cafe-au-lait-crew/ 

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

The community Wellness Centre in conjunction wth The Observatory on Aging & Society (OAS) invites you to participate in a one-hour virtual  workshop focused on ageism awareness.

The OAS, a non-profit organization that has been active in Quebec for nearly two decades, has given itself the mission of improving the quality of life of seniors and facing the challenges of ageism as a form of abuse and its consequences within our society. The OAS wishes to change the way we look at aging and seniors. The OAS innovates by using various means to raise awareness among seniors, such as a comic strip it has created entitled: Ageism at a Glance, How Does it Happen?

This tool will be used to demystify ageism, promote care efforts towards seniors and foster healthy intergenerational relationships. The themes illustrated in  comic strip fashion have been observed in various areas of our society, such as family, education, work, health, media and politics.

We look forward to an intergenerational conversation and productive discussion as we explore the timely topic of ageism together. To obtain login details for this free event please contact Jan Anderson, Community Organizer with the WE  by the April 26 registration deadline.

This session is free of charge as part of a grant from the Québec Ami des Aînés (QADA) program.

Centre R.I.R.E. offers a lot of services to newcomers, and in several languages, including English.

Do you walk to or from work every day? Are you planning to picnic soon? Or you simply enjoy going for leisurely strolls? Keep your eyes wide open and your camera handy because you could be the lucky winner of $100 in prizes!

How to participate:

1. Send an email to María Castro (newcomers@veq.ca) to get the list of items to be found.
2. Next time you go walk your dog, get your groceries or when you go get your mail for example make sure you pay close attention to your surroundings, you may find the answer to the clues right in front of you!
3. Take a photo of yourself with each item and send photos to newcomers@veq.ca to enter your name (and last name) in the raffle. You only need to find 3 items from the list to be considered for the prize.
4. You have until May 19th to participate. The raffle will be on May 21st at noon.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact María Castro: newcomers@veq.ca or by phone (418) 683-2366 ext. 225. She will be more than happy to assist you.

Important: Québec is still under alert due to the number of COVID-19 cases, please make sure to observe the authorities’ measures when applicable. 

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

If you’re the parent of a 4 year old don’t miss the chance to partake in a fabulous workshop being offered for FREE by Jeffery Hale Community Partners. Join psycho-educator, Julie Fraser and other English-speaking families virtually for our annual  Get Ready For Kindergarten workshop designed to help prepare your child for school next fall.  

Register for this even through the following registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMldOyprT0pEtXbXQzSYKOe5GJ9z5zB3s4A

If you wish to register for this event, please contact  Jessica Price our Family Matters Interim Program Coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net

As children explore the world, they learn about their surroundings by putting EVERYTHING in their mouths!   This means that choking, whether on food or objects, is a great possibility with young children.

You need to watch them all the time! Since choking happens so fast, the best you can do as a parent is be prepared.

Join experienced Red Cross certified host William Hush for this step by step virtual workshop and learn what to do and how to react fast and efficiently if your child chokes. 

Register here via our ZOOM registration page: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErf-6vrDwvG9CLOIWXEvHZSum-PGC2P6h3

For more details, contact Jessica Price at jprice@jhpartners.net or 418 684-5333, ext. 1550

Take-a-Break has gone virtual during the pandemic period. It’s still a great chance to meet and chat with other English-speaking parents of preschoolers. All you need to connect is internet access and  a cell phone, tablet, laptop or computer with webcam. If you prefer, you can opt to join by your landline. 

A great chance to meet and chat with other English-speaking parents of preschool-aged children.

• Hear guest speakers on topics of interest to parents.
• Talk about being a parent and get support.
• Exchange ideas and share information.

This week on May 7th join us for ZOOM chat among parents and we will do Family Yoga on June 4th instead

For more details or to register to obtain log-in details , please email Jessica at jprice@jhpartners.net

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

Baby Chat Café has gone virtual during the pandemic period. It’s still a great chance to meet and chat with other English-speaking parents of babies under one year of age. All you need to connect is internet access and  a cell phone, tablet, laptop or computer with webcam. If you prefer, you can opt to join by your landline. 

• Guest speakers on subjects of interest to new parents
• It is free of charge but registration by the day prior is necessary so we can send you the login details
• Expectant parents also welcome
• Virtual sessions mean no more parking hassles!

ZOOM into Baby Chat Café on  May 11th 

Join us for a discussion about teething.  Learn a little more about how teething affects your little one, when it can start, how long it can last, and some tips and tricks to support your child through this important stage.

For more details or to register to obtain log-in details , please email our Interim Program Coordinator by email jprice@jhpartners.net

Today’s environment is stressful in many different ways. Loneliness, uncertainty, grief, and fear have been part of our daily lives since March 2020, particularly for those of us caring for senior loved ones.   Experts advise us to practice living mindfully in order to find more serenity and stability in our thoughts, hearts and lives, but is it really possible in the current context? The answer is yes!

Caregivers are invited to join experienced psychologist Dr. Meagan Daley in this mindfulness workshop to help understand and put into practice tools for finding more calm and letting go – even in the eye of the storm. “You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf” (Jon Kabat-Zinn) Register in advance to obtain the  Zoom log-in details. Contact our community organizer by email to reserve your seat.

This session has been made possible thanks to funding from:

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.

Spring is here and so are all the creepy crawly bugs! Join this month’s host, the Wellness Centre  for a “bug-tastic” Virtual Travellin Toddler Time. The last TTT until September.

Join in on the fun!

Join the Café au lait Crew on  Mondays from the comfort of your home via videoconference.  This is a relaxing, embracing space where you can benefit from parent-to-parent contact, encouragement, valuable information and  support from Shelley Dupuis, certified Breastfeeding Consultant with Allaitement Québec.  Everyone is welcome – including expectant moms. If you want to enjoy good company, please join us online! You don’t have be breastfeeding to participate. Older sibs are welcome as well.

Sessions take place once a month on Mondays from 10 to 11:00am.

Participants must pre-register so that log-in information can be provided the day prior to the session. Please email jprice@jhpartners.net to sign up.

To learn more please visit  https://wejh.ca/programs-and-activities/family-matters/cafe-au-lait-crew/ 

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

Lyme disease by tick bites poses a significant risks to Canadians spending more time outdoors and who may be at a greater risk of this severe illness that is ever-present and spreading.

Join us and learn how to stay safe as you live, work and play outdoors.

This health video conference with Kadeja Lefebvre, Naturopathic Practitioner, will take place via Zoom on Wednesday, May 19th 10:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. ET

Click on the green Register Button above.

A CHSSN initiative funded through Health Canada’s Official Languages Health Contribution Program 2018-2023

Note: Naturopathy is not a regulated profession in the province of Quebec (unlike most other provinces). As such, naturopaths are limited in the level of care they can offer the public. Naturopathic plans include lifestyle and supplement suggestions. These are not to be construed as a prescription and are not meant to replace any current or future conventional medical care. Under no circumstances is a naturopath trying to impersonate a medical doctor.  Also, the services of naturopaths are not covered by the RAMQ.  The RAMQ website says that they may be covered only when provided in a facility (ie. hospital, CLSC, residential and long-term care centre, rehabilitation centre).

May 22nd CANCELLED!

*** Reservation is REQUIRED***

Only 8 people are allowed to participate, per the authority’s guidelines.

*** Reservation is REQUIRED***

Only 8 people are allowed to participate, per the authority’s guidelines.

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

Do you have a child in the sixth grade moving onto secondary school next year?  Both English-speaking parents AND their soon-to-be high schoolers are invited to take part in this fabulous virtual workshop being offered FREE by the community Wellness Centre.

Join psycho-educator Julie Fraser and others for this new workshop designed to cover many of the questions and worries you might have about this milestone time in a young person’s life. Julie has much knowledge to share thanks to her career as a pyscho-educator in a primary school, and from the first-hand experience she gained when her own children transitioned to high school.

Click here to attend and to get the Zoom info to access this session on your smart phone, tablet, computer, laptop or landline.

Questions? Please contact Jessica Price, our Family Matters program coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net

May 22nd CANCELLED!

*** Reservation is REQUIRED***

Only 8 people are allowed to participate, per the authority’s guidelines.

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

Baby Chat Café has gone virtual during the pandemic period. It’s still a great chance to meet and chat with other English-speaking parents of babies under one year of age. All you need to connect is internet access and  a cell phone, tablet, laptop or computer with webcam. If you prefer, you can opt to join by your landline. 

• Guest speakers on subjects of interest to new parents
• It is free of charge but registration by the day prior is necessary so we can send you the login details
• Expectant parents also welcome
• Virtual sessions mean no more parking hassles!

ZOOM into Baby Chat Café on  June 8th

Join us for a discussion about possibilities and ideas of how to stay connected over the summer months.

For more details or to register to obtain log-in details , please email our Program Coordinator by email jprice@jhpartners.net

*** Reservation is REQUIRED***

Only 8 people are allowed to participate, per the authority’s guidelines.

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

Preserve your eyesight and improve your vision. Learn about normal vision changes and the various diseases affecting vision as we age and how to stay safe and independent by taking steps to improve your eye health.

Join us on Wednesday, June 16, 2021, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.

Click on the green Register Button above. Under the question block which asks: Name of local community organization that invited you to this event, please insert JH Community Partners. Kindly contact Claire Quenville, Well 50+ Program Coordinator, if you need assistance or additional information.

About your presenter
Dr. Antonio Canuto, OD, Optometrist, a University of Montreal graduate, has been practicing pediatric and geriatric low vision optometry at the Lethbridge-Layton-Mackay Rehabilitation Centre since 1996. Dr. Canuto has a particular interest in macular degeneration.

A CHSSN initiative funded through Health Canada’s Official Languages Health Contribution Program 2018-2023

Kate Nadeau, breastfeeding coach with Allaitement Québec and mother of two will offer practical advice to expectant parents about breastfeeding

• Learn what to expect as your baby begins nursing
• Discover tips to help baby latch on easily
• Find the position that’s right for you and baby
• Follow baby’s rhythm and establish your own family routines
• Learn what Dads can do to support the nursing process
• Ensure you know what do if minor nursing problems arise
• Rest assured baby is gaining weight, growing and thriving on breast milk alone

Get your ZOOM registration link here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sfu-tpjIqG9LHNpo9u73Re10S2bw6kThh

For more details, contact Jessica Price at jprice@jhpartners.net or 418 684-5333, ext. 1550

Rights don’t get lost with age join us for a free interactive virtual conference on seniors’ rights presented by a lawyer from  JURIPOP / Caravane 360 on June 17 .

Learn more about:

Autonomy of the person · Abuse
Housing · Power of attorney and protection mandate
Wills and estate · Medical aid in dying
Anticipated medical directives

Please register by June 16 with Marie-Christine Beaulieu, Program Coordinator to obtain the Zoom  login details
418 684-5333 ext. 2212
mcbeaulieu@jhpartners.net

This activity has been made possible thanks to funding from:

May 22nd CANCELLED!

*** Reservation is REQUIRED***

Only 8 people are allowed to participate, per the authority’s guidelines.

Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to learn new songs? Join Choir Director, Katharina Urbschat, on Zoom, and be part of the Local Vocals Singing Ensemble.
You will sing primarily in English but don’t be surprised if Katharina has you learning songs in German, Latin and French!

Baby Chat Café has gone virtual during the pandemic period. It’s still a great chance to meet and chat with other English-speaking parents of babies under one year of age. All you need to connect is internet access and  a cell phone, tablet, laptop or computer with webcam. If you prefer, you can opt to join by your landline. 

• Guest speakers on subjects of interest to new parents
• It is free of charge but registration by the day prior is necessary so we can send you the login details
• Expectant parents also welcome
• Virtual sessions mean no more parking hassles!

ZOOM into Baby Chat Café on  Tuesday, July 13th

Join us for a virtual get together and connect with other English-speaking parents and babies!

For more details or to register to obtain log-in details , please email our Program Coordinator by email jprice@jhpartners.net

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 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, 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 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

What you need to bring: Yoga mat, water bottle, small towel, comfortable clothing and a smile 🙂

***PLEASE NOTE that in case of rain, the Yoga session will be hosted on Zoom and a link will be sent directly to you.

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!

The bus will take us to the Discovery & Services Centre, situated on km 10 from the park’s entrance. Each passenger must have purchased his/her day pass in advance. To get your daily pass to the park, click here. Once Maria has confirmed your seat and you have purchased your ticket, please send her the QR code, so the park’s staff can easily scan them all together the morning of the trip at the park’s entrance. If you have difficulties purchasing your ticket, please feel free to communicate with María, she’ll gladly assist you. 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.

Once there, you can choose the activities you would like to do, like exploring one of the many trails listed below. Please take into consideration the trail’s length and estimated duration*. We will leave the park at 3:15 PM.

Every passenger is expected to follow Public Health’s recommendations regarding the prevention of the coronavirus situation. Please wear a mask at all times during the bus ride.

Trail name: difficulty, length, type of trail (roundtrip or loop), estimated duration* (it all depends on one’s rhythm)

• L’Aperçu : Easy, 2.2 km (loop), 45-60 min
• Les Cascades : Easy, 4 km (loop) 1.5 h
• La Rivière-Sautauriski : Easy, 4,8 km 1.5 h
• Les Coulées : Intermediate, 10,4 km (loop) 3.5 h
• Le Draveur Sud: Intermediate,(roundtrip), 14.8 km 5 h
• L’Escarpement : Hard, 9.2 km (roundtrip), 3.5 h

Please remember to follow safety guidelines when going for a hike, like wearing appropriate clothing and shoes, or notifying someone which trail you will explore. You can take a look at this suggested Day hiking checklist. It is also recommended that you download the trail map, you can do so here or on this website. The application AVENZA Maps also allows you to download them for free.

Other activities:

It is also possible to practice canoeing, kayaking, or fishing at the park. However, reservation might be required and fishing gear is not available for rent,  you would have to bring your own fishing equipment as well as count with the corresponding fishing permits. You are allowed to bring your own inflatable boat, remember though, that it is MANDATORY for all to wear a life jacket when practicing water sports in the river (depending on availability, you may borrow one at the Discovery Centre). The park has several spots where it is possible to picnic or simply relax.

Canoe/boat: Only with reservation by phone (Call Centre):

1-800-665-6527 (toll-free number, Canada and the United States only)
418-704-8217 (if you wish to contact one of our customer service advisors with your cell phone)
00 800 4008 0011 (toll-free number, international)

Other activities for children.

The majority of the activities take place in the morning and are first-come, first-served basis.

Sous les roches géantes is the only activity that requires registration by phone (418) 848-3169 ext. 6.  It is $17 per family, of 2 adults and 3 children maximum.

There are two groups available:

• From 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM
• From 2:30 PM – 3:45 PM (remember that the departure from the park is scheduled at 3:15 PM)

***VEQ will provide the transportation for FREE, entrance fees and other activities are NOT covered by VEQ*** 

Contact María Castro, Newcomers Coordinator if you wish for more information or visit the park’s website.

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(418) 683-2366 ext. 225  or newcomers@veq.ca

Join our volunteer EPIQ host Amy at the beautiful Parc de l’Anse Benson on Saturday, August 7th.

Discover this charming south shore park with a great view on the St.Lawrence River and the iconic bridges. Meet or catch up with fellow English-speaking parents and take a deep breath of fresh air after the long year we’ve had. Hey! We’ve weathered parenthood during a pandemic. No small feet (pun intended).

If it rains, the event will be cancelled.

SSEN (South Shore English Network), a local community organization, is providing some refreshments & snacks but it’s bring your own picnic blanket and lunch!

For more details, please contact Jessica Price, Family Matters Program Coordinator:  jprice@jhpartners.net

EPIQ (English-speaking Parents in Quebec) events are organized by volunteer parents with support from the community Wellness Centre.

Some activities are just for parents (who doesn’t love a night out without the kids!) and other events are for the whole family.

Please check out the Family Matters e-newsletter or visit our EPIQ information page for more details.

EPIQ stands for English-speaking Parents in Quebec City and it’s the driving force behind a variety of fun activities for parents and kids.

We’re back!!  EPIQ will once again have in-person activities again in its 2021-’22 year!  What better way to start than with an in-person EPIQ Planning Party, and YOU are invited!

EPIQ is a great way to build a network of new friends and a welcoming community vibe.  In recent years, parents have hosted family outings, events for moms and dads like pumpkin patch outings, apple picking, clothing swaps, spa nights, tobogganing, and our annual HOHOHO Holiday Party.  All events are led by volunteer parents like yourselves but we are here to help you spread the word.

Be part of the planning for the coming year! Join us on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, at 6:00 pm.  Bring your smiles, energy, event ideas, agendas, and your appetites! Please let us know if you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions so we can take this into account when ordering a boxed meal for you.

Sign up FAST! Only 10 parents can register due to space restrictions and social distancing requirements.

To register or for more details, please contact Jessica Price, Family Matters Program Coordinator:  jprice@jhpartners.net

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 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, 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 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

Are you new to Quebec City and looking for something fun to do? The Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites you for a fun-filled evening at the Newcomers Free Sunset Ferry Ride on Thursday, August 26th from 6:00 to 8:30 PM.

We will ride the ferry to Quai Paquet in Lévis that leaves at 6:00 PM. Once there, we can grab some food or some ice cream (or both!) from the food trucks available or from the ice cream shop located one block away from the quai, while getting to know each other! We will be returning on the 8:00 PM ferry (to Quebec).  We will bring board games to facilitate your interaction with others. At the quai, there are 160 water jets, perfect to refresh you, so make sure you bring or wear your sandals or why not your swimsuit! If you are an avid photographer, you can also check out the Red stairs (193 steps) located two blocks away from the quai, and admire the beauty of the view from atop. There is also a café near the quai, not far from the ice cream shop. Feeling like picknicking? By all means, bring your own snacks and a picnic blanket or portable chairs!

The fees for the ferry ride are covered for participants and the event is open to all English-speaking newcomers living in the Greater Quebec City region. Registration is required and we have a limited number of places.  Please RSVP by calling 418-683-2366, extension 225. Or email newcomers@veq.ca

The Ferris Wheel ride and any other purchases (like meals) are not covered.

Take a look at the food trucks found at Quai Paquet:

• • • Brown Smoked Meat
    • Chez Victor (August 6 – September 9)
    • Brise-Glace / Bar laitier mobile musical

*** NEW EVENT ***

Ladies and gentlemen, this may be your chance to find your Fiona or your Shrek! We are visiting for the first time ever, a peat bog in Beaumont. VEQ will provide the transportation to the Grande Plée Bleue for FREE. Once there, we will take an interpretive tour (2.5-3 hours long) guided by experts in the field. The trail is 3,4 kilometers on flat terrain so families can bring a trail stroller.

The visit is free and donations to the Conservation Society are encouraged.

 ***Registration is required!***  The maximum of people is 15, children included. 

It is recommended to bring the following:

• Sunscreen and bug repellent
• Hat, sunglasses and a water bottle
• Binoculars
• Good walking shoes (definitely do not recommend flip flops)
• Your smile!
• Snacks (it will be a long morning)
• A picnic lunch? The estimated time of arrival in Québec City is around 1:00 PM, there is a gorgeous park across the street (Samuel-Holland Park) with picnic tables, small tables, and chairs. Perfect place to fuel up and continue enjoying your Saturday.

Since the boardwalk in the bog doesn’t permit a 2 meters’ distance between visitors the mask must be worn at all times.

Baby Chat Café is back at the Wellness Centre!

A great chance to meet and chat with other English-speaking parents of babies under one year of age.

• Guest speakers on subjects of interest to new parents
• Rree of charge
• Expectant parents also welcome
• Scale available to weigh your baby

What’s new!

• Each parent/baby will have their own little “zone/bubble”.   We will space mats far enough apart to ensure safe distancing and sanitary measures.
• Please bring your own blanket and toys for your baby.
• Sadly, for now, we cannot offer coffee, tea and treats just to keep things as safe as possible.  Feel free to bring your own water or beverage.
• Registration required: We can only welcome 5 parents (with their babies) due to public health measures.

To register or for more details, please contact Jessica Price, Family Matters Program Coordinator:  jprice@jhpartners.net

“Knowing how to act in a medical emergency can save a life.” (Mayo Clinic, 2017).

Knowledge is power, and the more we know, the quicker and better we can act. Join us to learn about the most common medical emergencies that seniors and caregivers may face and how to handle them.

Presenter, Jennifer Hobbs-Robert, M.ScA, BCN, CNEd, Senior Advisor – JHCP

Click the green “Register” button above to sign up.  Hope to see you there!

Giving birth in the midst of a pandemic is certainly not something any of us ever wished for!  It is, however, a current reality for many local English-speaking parents-to-be.  The Wellness Centre is here to support you in this highly unusual time.

Get ready for birth in these unusual times by taking part in a three-session virtual prenatal course guided by Doula, Camille Nadeau. Learn all about Camille in a recent article about her in the Quebec Chronicle-Telegraph newspaper.

The aim of these sessions is to give you tips for an active and calm childbirth, and help prepare you for the unexpected. We hope empower you on how to make an informed choice in terms of medical decisions and how to stay calm and resilient, no matter what.

• Where: Online videoconference sessions. All you need is a cellphone, tablet or laptop with a camera and an internet connection.
• When:  Thursdays, September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 2021 at 6:30 pm

Topics to be covered

Our user-friendly online course is done in a way that will give you a chance to connect with the other participants.  In these three sessions, Camille will cover:

• Understanding labour
• Managing the intensity of birth
• Developing your  personalized birth plan
• Breastfeeding and postnatal period

Special notes and how to register

The Wellness Centre has offered to partly cover the cost of this course during the pandemic. Your cost is $50 for the package of four sessions.  For more information please contact  Jessica Price, Program Coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net or reserve your place by making an online payment of $50 today.

Giving birth in the midst of a pandemic is certainly not something any of us ever wished for!  It is, however, a current reality for many local English-speaking parents-to-be.  The Wellness Centre is here to support you in this highly unusual time.

Get ready for birth in these unusual times by taking part in a three-session virtual prenatal course guided by Doula, Camille Nadeau. Learn all about Camille in a recent article about her in the Quebec Chronicle-Telegraph newspaper.

The aim of these sessions is to give you tips for an active and calm childbirth, and help prepare you for the unexpected. We hope empower you on how to make an informed choice in terms of medical decisions and how to stay calm and resilient, no matter what.

• Where: Online videoconference sessions. All you need is a cellphone, tablet or laptop with a camera and an internet connection.
• When:  Thursdays, September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 2021 at 6:30 pm

Topics to be covered

Our user-friendly online course is done in a way that will give you a chance to connect with the other participants.  In these three sessions, Camille will cover:

• Understanding labour
• Managing the intensity of birth
• Developing your  personalized birth plan
• Breastfeeding and postnatal period

Special notes and how to register

The Wellness Centre has offered to partly cover the cost of this course during the pandemic. Your cost is $50 for the package of four sessions.  For more information please contact  Jessica Price, Program Coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net or reserve your place by making an online payment of $50 today.

VEQ will provide transportation to Cap Tourmente on Saturday, September 18th, 2021.

This is a great place for:

Admire the foliage changing colours

The observation of the snow geese migration (among other birds)

Hiking to one of their more than half dozen trails

Participating in the Nature Georally and Geocaching

Picnicking

There’s no better fall activity than apple picking!  Come join our volunteer EPIQ hosts Hilary and Shelley at Cidrerie & Vergers St-Nicolas on Saturday, September 25, at 10:00 a.m. for a fun morning of climbing ladders and munching on apples.  Take home enough apples to make pies, soups, and applesauce for months!

Pay for your apples and hang out with the group! You may also want to visit the market nearby with fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables, guided tours, and free cider tastings.

Hope to see you there!

About EPIQ

EPIQ (English-speaking Parents in Quebec) events are organized by volunteer parents with support from the community Wellness Centre. Some activities are just for parents (who doesn’t love a night out without the kids!) and other events are for the whole family.

For more information, please visit the EPIQ web page. For regular updates about the activities, subscribe to our Family Matters e-newsletter or join the EPIQ Facebook group!

Join us and benefit from parent-to-parent contact, encouragement, valuable information including breastfeeding support.

• Connect with other English-speaking parents
• Support provided by a helpful Certified Breastfeeding Consultant from Allaitement Québec
• 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.

Registration required. We can only accommodate 5 parents plus your abdue to space restrictions and social distancing requirements.

To register or for more details, please contact Jessica Price, Family Matters Program Coordinator:  jprice@jhpartners.net

Are you interested in working for the Government of Canada? Where or how do you even start your application process? Start by blocking September 29th at 6:30 PM on your agenda!

VEQ will host an information session with representatives from the Public Service Commission of Canada, during which you will learn how to apply (step by step) for jobs in the federal government.

This event will be held virtually, via TEAMS. To participate, simply click on the following link: https://bit.ly/3CI9pmG

Parental support and involvement are  key to making school a positive experience right from the start.  We all want our children to enjoy learning,  to succeed academically and to be happy at school. Join us to discover how you can support your child as you navigate Quebec’s educational system together.

The session will cover these topics:

• Arriving at school ready to learn
• Organizing themselves
• Reinforcing learning concepts at home
• Expanding their vocabulary particularly in their second language
• Establishing good  rapport with teacher and school
• Developing study skills  and much more!

Click here to register and to get the Zoom info to access this session on your smart phone, tablet, computer, laptop or landline.

Learn more about our School Readiness series, where you will also find a link to helpful documents prepared the School Services team of Jeffery Hale Community Services.

Questions? Please contact Jessica Price, our Family Matters program coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net

Giving birth in the midst of a pandemic is certainly not something any of us ever wished for!  It is, however, a current reality for many local English-speaking parents-to-be.  The Wellness Centre is here to support you in this highly unusual time.

Get ready for birth in these unusual times by taking part in a three-session virtual prenatal course guided by Doula, Camille Nadeau. Learn all about Camille in a recent article about her in the Quebec Chronicle-Telegraph newspaper.

The aim of these sessions is to give you tips for an active and calm childbirth, and help prepare you for the unexpected. We hope empower you on how to make an informed choice in terms of medical decisions and how to stay calm and resilient, no matter what.

• Where: Online videoconference sessions. All you need is a cellphone, tablet or laptop with a camera and an internet connection.
• When:  Thursdays, September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 2021 at 6:30 pm

Topics to be covered

Our user-friendly online course is done in a way that will give you a chance to connect with the other participants.  In these three sessions, Camille will cover:

• Understanding labour
• Managing the intensity of birth
• Developing your  personalized birth plan
• Breastfeeding and postnatal period

Special notes and how to register

The Wellness Centre has offered to partly cover the cost of this course during the pandemic. Your cost is $50 for the package of four sessions.  For more information please contact  Jessica Price, Program Coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net or reserve your place by making an online payment of $50 today.

Join our volunteer EPIQ hosts Liana and Amanda at the beautiful Base de Plein Air in Sainte-Foy for a Nature Walk with Children on October 1.  The topic for this walk will be Fall Trees and Liana will be basing the activity on the Nature Play Today curriculum by Sarah Szuminski.

Nature play is a great way for a child to learn about the world around them.  After a short chat about the environment that you will explore, toddlers can dive into the rich sensory experience that is the great outdoors!

The target age group for this activity is 2 to 5, though younger and older siblings are welcome!

Notes: This event will happen rain or shine so be sure to dress for the weather. Feel free to bring a snack for your child/children for snack time.  The walk should take about an hour.

About EPIQ

EPIQ (English-speaking Parents in Quebec) events are organized by volunteer parents with support from the community Wellness Centre. Some activities are just for parents (who doesn’t love a night out without the kids!) and other events are for the whole family.

For more information, please visit the EPIQ web page. For regular updates about the activities, subscribe to our Family Matters e-newsletter or join the EPIQ Facebook group!

*** IT’S BACK! ***

Ladies and gentlemen, this may be your chance to find your Fiona or your Shrek! We have been invited to their humble abode, ahem, a peat bog in Beaumont. VEQ will provide the transportation to the Grande Plée Bleue for FREE. Once there, we will take an interpretive tour (2.5 hours) guided by experts in the field. The trail is 3,4 kilometers on flat terrain so families can bring a trail stroller.

•  When selecting your tickets on Eventbrite, choose “VEQ Newcomer” if you are a newcomer from the Greater Québec City region. Departure from Québec City: 8:00 a.m.   ( 1270 Ch Ste-Foy, Québec, QC G1S 2M4)
•  If you are part of the South Shore English Network (MCDC) group, select “General Admission” when getting your tickets. Departure from Lévis: 8:20 a.m.  (1190B Rue de Courchevel, St-Romuald, Quebec G6W 0M6)

The visit is free and donations to the Conservation Society are encouraged.

 ***Registration is required!***  The maximum of people is 30, children included. 

It is recommended to bring the following:

• Sunscreen and bug repellent
• Hat, sunglasses and a water bottle
• Binoculars
• Good walking shoes (definitely do not recommend flip flops)
• Your smile!
• Snacks (it will be a long morning)
• A cold lunch

*** NEW EVENT ***

Ladies and gentlemen, this may be your chance to find your Fiona or your Shrek! We are visiting for the first time ever, a peat bog in Beaumont. VEQ will provide the transportation to the Grande Plée Bleue for FREE. Once there, we will take an interpretive tour (2.5-3 hours long) guided by experts in the field. The trail is 3,4 kilometers on flat terrain so families can bring a trail stroller.

The visit is free and donations to the Conservation Society are encouraged.

 ***Registration is required!***  The maximum of people is 15, children included. 

It is recommended to bring the following:

• Sunscreen and bug repellent
• Hat, sunglasses and a water bottle
• Binoculars
• Good walking shoes (definitely do not recommend flip flops)
• Your smile!
• Snacks (it will be a long morning)
• A picnic lunch? The estimated time of arrival in Québec City is around 1:00 PM, there is a gorgeous park across the street (Samuel-Holland Park) with picnic tables, small tables, and chairs. Perfect place to fuel up and continue enjoying your Saturday.

Since the boardwalk in the bog doesn’t permit a 2 meters’ distance between visitors the mask must be worn at all times.

Baby Chat Café is back at the Wellness Centre!

A great chance to meet and chat with other English-speaking parents of babies under one year of age.

• Guest speakers on subjects of interest to new parents
• free of charge
• Expectant parents also welcome
• Scale available to weigh your baby

What’s new!

• Each parent/baby will have their own little “zone/bubble”.   We will space mats far enough apart to ensure safe distancing and sanitary measures.
• Please bring your own blanket and toys for your baby.
• Sadly, for now, we cannot offer coffee, tea and treats just to keep things as safe as possible.  Feel free to bring your own water or beverage.
• Registration required: We can only welcome 5 parents (with their babies) due to public health measures.

To register or for more details, please contact Jessica Price, Family Matters Program Coordinator:  jprice@jhpartners.net

Giving birth in the midst of a pandemic is certainly not something any of us ever wished for!  It is, however, a current reality for many local English-speaking parents-to-be.  The Wellness Centre is here to support you in this highly unusual time.

Get ready for birth in these unusual times by taking part in a three-session virtual prenatal course guided by Doula, Camille Nadeau. Learn all about Camille in a recent article about her in the Quebec Chronicle-Telegraph newspaper.

The aim of these sessions is to give you tips for an active and calm childbirth, and help prepare you for the unexpected. We hope empower you on how to make an informed choice in terms of medical decisions and how to stay calm and resilient, no matter what.

• Where: Online videoconference sessions. All you need is a cellphone, tablet or laptop with a camera and an internet connection.
• When:  Thursdays, September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 2021 at 6:30 pm

Topics to be covered

Our user-friendly online course is done in a way that will give you a chance to connect with the other participants.  In these three sessions, Camille will cover:

• Understanding labour
• Managing the intensity of birth
• Developing your  personalized birth plan
• Breastfeeding and postnatal period

Special notes and how to register

The Wellness Centre has offered to partly cover the cost of this course during the pandemic. Your cost is $50 for the package of four sessions.  For more information please contact  Jessica Price, Program Coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net or reserve your place by making an online payment of $50 today.

Join us for an informative session with:

• Dr. Serge Gauthier, MD-Neurology
• Claire Webster, PAC, CPCA, Founder and President of Caregiver Crosswalk

Our presenters will share practical advice on how to care for a person living with dementia as well as important considerations to ensure the safety and well-being of both the individual as well as the care partner.

Registration in advance on Zoom is required. Click on the green register button above. 

In honor of Occupational Therapy Month, we invite you to join us in discussing the role of an Occupational Therapist (OT).

Karine Morel, OT, from the Day Centre of Jeffery Hale Community Services, will cover the following topics:

• The role of an OT
• Fall prevention
• How to get up from a fall
• Home safety
• How to access services

If you would like to join us, please send me an email at: cquenville@jhpartners.net

IMPORTANT NOTE: This activity has been postponed until Sunday, October 17 due to weather conditions.

Shelley Dupuis and Jarryd Smith will host a family hike on the Sentier de la Foret ancienne trail at Mont Wright on Sunday, October 17.  Meet in the parking lot at 9:30 a.m.  This is a popular place, so hopefully the early start will allow everyone to get a parking spot!  The plan is to hike to the top and enjoy a lunch together, so be sure to bring along a picnic lunch for your family.

Of special note

• Mont Wright charges a fee of $7 per adult.  Children under 17 are free. There is a ticket machine at the entrance to the trails, near the reception pavilion. You can pay by credit or debit (Visa, Mastercard, Interac)
•  The trail we will be taking is called ‘Sentier de la Foret ancienne’.  It is a 4km loop.
• We expect this outing to take 3.5 hours.  It will be a 2 hour hike to the top, a half hour stop for lunch, and then an hour to come back down.
• Be sure to dress for the weather and pack a lunch, snacks and water.
• See this map for directions to get there.

Who can attend

This particular event is open to all parents and kiddos!

For more details please contact Jessica Price, Family Matters Program Coordinator:  jprice@jhpartners.net

Check out the rest of the fall EPIQ schedule.

About EPIQ

EPIQ (English-speaking Parents in Quebec) events are organized by volunteer parents with support from the community Wellness Centre. Some activities are just for parents (who doesn’t love a night out without the kids!) and other events are for the whole family.

For more information, please visit the EPIQ web page. For regular updates about the activities, subscribe to our Family Matters e-newsletter or join the EPIQ Facebook group!

Caregivers’ Circle On-line Yoga session with Susa Bernard.

You will need a computer/tablet with internet connection, Yoga mat, bottle of water and a smile 🙂

Send Claire an email to confirm your presence. cquenville@jhpartners.net

Susa is a member of the Canadian Yoga Alliance. She has taught yoga for two years and practiced it for seven years.

http://www.susasparkleyoga.com

Feeling anxious? What are the signs and symptoms of anxiety? How to recognize if you or someone you love is feeling anxious. Tips and tricks to help you cope and take care of yourself and your loved one.

Our presenter Eric Souliere is a Social Worker at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, currently working in the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy Program. . Eric has worked in the field of Mental Health and Addictions for the last 15 years with very diverse populations.

Join psychologist Dr. David Martin to learn about performance anxiety & stress:
– Why do people get anxious regarding performance?
– Other factors that affect performance: family pressures, past traumas, motivational problems and depression
– What is stress and anxiety: why do we have it?
– Tools for managing situational anxiety

To register for the Zoom videoconference, visit:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYlf-qrrTovGNGvvO2CXmgp2thSaaRgn57j 

For more information, please contact:
Ellie Fleming, 418-684-5333 ext.11835 or efleming@jhpartners.net

Join Voice of English-speaking Québec (VEQ) and the Wellness Centre for an informational evening about the Quebec school system.  If you ever wondered how the school system works in Quebec or how it is different from where you moved from, then this is for you!  Our guest speaker Gina Farnell will enlighten us on what is unique about Québec’s school system and how it is different from elsewhere.

Some topics that will be covered:

• A brief look at the history of the education system here.
• The levels of education from Pre-Kindergarten to Cegep and University.
• How the names of grades are different here from elsewhere.  Cycle 1 and 2, Secondary 1 and 2.
• What is a typical school day like for a child? How does before and after school care work?
• What is the Cegep system?
• Quebec universities and the low tuition rates.
• And more!

Click here to register and to get the Zoom info to access this session on your smart phone, tablet, computer, laptop or landline.

Learn more about our School Readiness series, where you will also find a link to helpful documents prepared the School Services team of Jeffery Hale Community Services.

Questions? Please contact Maria Castro at Voice of English-speaking Québec (VEQ) for more details: newcomers@veq.ca

Unfortunately, we had to cancel this event due to low registrations.  We hope to be able to offer it in the winter of 2022.

Kate Nadeau, breastfeeding coach with Allaitement Québec and mother of two will offer practical advice to expectant parents about breastfeeding

• Learn what to expect as your baby begins nursing
• Discover tips to help baby latch on easily
• Find the position that’s right for you and baby
• Follow baby’s rhythm and establish your own family routines
• Learn what Dads can do to support the nursing process
• Ensure you know what do if minor nursing problems arise
• Rest assured baby is gaining weight, growing and thriving on breast milk alone

Get your ZOOM registration link here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0od-GqrDMvHtB8rAygfjG7sTFhAfL7B4ri

For more details, contact Jessica Price at jprice@jhpartners.net or 418 684-5333, ext. 12009

Unfortunately, we had to cancel this event.  Check out some of these other great Halloween activities around town.  

Join volunteer hosts Amanda and Liana for a fun morning of decorating pumpkins!  This will event will take place on the grounds outside the Gatehouse on the grounds of the St. Patrick’s Cemetery. next to Saint Brigid’s Home.

• Bring your own pumpkin(s) and we will provide the decorations.
• Tables are limited, so please bring a blanket for your family to sit on and decorate your pumpkin.
• This will be an outdoor activity, so please dress appropriately for the weather.
• Parking is available on ch. Saint-Louis on the east side of the road. (same side as the cemetery)

Who can attend

This event is open to all parents and kiddos!

Sign up FAST 

Only 25 people can register due to space restrictions and social distancing requirements.  For more details or to register, please contact Jessica Price, Family Matters Program Coordinator:  jprice@jhpartners.net

For more details please contact Jessica Price, Family Matters Program Coordinator:  jprice@jhpartners.net

Check out the rest of the fall EPIQ schedule.

About EPIQ

EPIQ (English-speaking Parents in Quebec) events are organized by volunteer parents with support from the community Wellness Centre. Some activities are just for parents (who doesn’t love a night out without the kids!) and other events are for the whole family.

For more information, please visit the EPIQ web page. For regular updates about the activities, subscribe to our Family Matters e-newsletter or join the EPIQ Facebook group!

Join us and benefit from parent-to-parent contact, encouragement, valuable information including breastfeeding support.

• Connect with other English-speaking parents
• Support provided by our breastfeeding coach
• 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.

Registration required. We can only accommodate 5 parents plus your babies due to space restrictions and social distancing requirements.

To register or for more details, please contact Jessica Price, Family Matters Program Coordinator:  jprice@jhpartners.net

Join us for a valuable information session with The Alzheimer’s Society of Quebec

This session will explore: 

• Caring for a relative and avoiding exhaustion

• Understand the conflicting emotions we may experience as a caregiver so we can define our strengths and set our limits in the caring context.

Please send Claire an email to register: cquenville@jhpartners.net

Centre RIRE 2000 is a non-profit organisation whose mission is providing opportunities to newcomers for academic and technological upgrading, socio-professional integration, and intercultural bridging.

Centre RIRE 2000 has a wide variety of services for newcomers, from computer skills (Word, Excel, Acomba, Sage, Autocad, etc.), support and guidance in your academic/professional recognition process, to French courses. We’d like you to explore what Centre RIRE has to offer!

Baby Chat Café is back at the Wellness Centre!

A great chance to meet and chat with other English-speaking parents of babies under one year of age.

• Guest speakers on subjects of interest to new parents
• You do not have to register to participate and it is free of charge
• Expectant parents also welcome
• Scale available to weigh your baby

Registration required. We have a limited number of spaces for this activity due to space restrictions and social distancing requirements.

Join us on November 9 to learn about communicating with your baby through signing.  Our volunteer guest speaker Shelley Dupuis will share her knowledge about how this communication tool can help your little one(s) talk with you through signs!

To register or for more details, please contact Jessica Price, Family Matters Program Coordinator:  jprice@jhpartners.net

Moving to another city, country, or even culture can be exciting and challenging both at the same time! Two social workers from the Jeffery Hale Community Services will walk us through the stages of change as well as advise us what the different coping mechanisms are. Participants will also have the chance to connect with others and broaden their networks.

You will also learn about resources and tools that can help you adapt, such as:

• Language Courses
• Employment counselling
• Vocational training
• Social networks
• VEQ’s Finding Your Niche for Newcomers’ sessions
• Other support organizations

Individually wrapped snacks and drinks will be provided. Also, a participation prize will be raffled among the participants.

***IT IS REQUIRED TO REGISTER*** 

Click here to register.