**Space is limited, please inquire with Maria at 418-683-2366 x221 or info@veq.ca

Join us at the Wellness Centre for a series of 8 yoga sessions this Fall and Winter.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness.

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

Things to bring with you:

• A yoga mat or towel
• A bottle of water

Registration preferred.

Register here.

Questions?

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

Thanks to the CHSSN for funding this activity.

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

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

Pay before September 25 to register for the fall 2023 session
($60 for all 12 classes)

Please visit the Wellness Centre website to register and pay : https://wejh.ca/event/50-fun-yoga/?instance_id=22227

Living Life to the Full is a fun and interactive 4-week mental health promotion course given in English by the Association canadienne pour la santé mentale filiale de Québec.  The course uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help people understand their feelings, thoughts and behaviours, and what to do about them.  The course is for anyone dealing with stress, anxiety or just needing help in dealing with life’s challenges.

Each two and a half hour session focuses on a different topic, such as the following:

• Understanding unhelpful thoughts
• Engaging in enjoyable activities
• Coping with anger
• Solving daunting problems

Living Life to the Full is intended for all ages.

The Wellness Centre will provide free refreshments.

You must register for this course because places are limited to a maximum of 15 participants.  We request that you commit to attending the course from beginning to end.

Register here.

Questions?

For more information about the Living Life to the Full course, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.

Thanks to the CHSSN for funding this activity.

Get to know Voice of English-Speeking Québec during this workshop:

Voice of English-speaking Québec has been helping English-speaking newcomers embrace life in the Quebec City region for over 40 years. VEQ strives to offer an assortment of helpful services free-of-charge to assist individuals, who are new to the region, find the services and resources they need to feel at home.

Our definition of a “newcomer” is anyone who has moved here over the past five years, regardless of where they come from.

Among our services, we offer personalized interviews where you can meet one-on-one with the Newcomers Coordinator, to discuss your relocation needs and questions. Our monthly activities aim to help newcomers build their sense of belonging, expand their social and professional networks, overcome isolation, as well as providing them with the necessary information for a successful settling process.

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

VEQ’s Community Forum 2023

We are extremely happy to invite you to the VEQ community forum that is being held at the Eastern Quebec Learning Centre, on Saturday, November 4^th. We want this forum to be an opportunity for the English-speaking community of the Québec City region to get together, discuss needs, and think about how we can shape the future to build a cohesive and welcoming community.

VEQ wants to hear directly from community members on the following topics:
·         Community life
·         Health and social services
·         Education
·         Employment
·         Culture

This includes what is going well, what needs to be improved, and how VEQ can take steps to better serve our community and its members. The day will be split into two identical sessions. One in the morning and one in the afternoon. Whether you can only pop in for an hour or want to contribute your voice to an entire session (9 to 11:30 am or 1 to 3:30 pm) we would love to hear from you.

Click here to register for a session!
We hope to see you on November 4^th!

Dads! We’ve organized an activity for you and your kiddos to get messy in the kitchen while making a brunch for everyone to enjoy together afterwards.   Join us on Saturday, November 4 at 9:30 a.m. at the Wellness Centre for a culinary activity with your little ones.

A dietician from the CIUSSS will be there to guide us in our recipes.

What we will be making:  Mini omelets, yoghurt bowls and a fruit creation.

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

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

Parking:  Free parking on site.

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

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

Members’ Day 2023

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

If you have a basketball, please bring it!

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

About Buddy Up

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

A fun activity for ages 16+. Learn how to knit, improve your technique or work on your project in a supportive social environment each week throughout the Fall!

Contact Jeanne Nivischiuk with any questions, 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

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

 Train your brain;

 Connect with others;

 Enjoy a healthy snack.

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

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

**Space is limited, please inquire with Maria at 418-683-2366 x221 or info@veq.ca

Join us at the Wellness Centre for a series of 8 yoga sessions this Fall and Winter.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness.

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

Things to bring with you:

• A yoga mat or towel
• A bottle of water

Registration preferred.

Register here.

Questions?

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

Thanks to the CHSSN for funding this activity.

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

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

Pay before September 25 to register for the fall 2023 session
($60 for all 12 classes)

Please visit the Wellness Centre website to register and pay : https://wejh.ca/event/50-fun-yoga/?instance_id=22227

Are you feeling sore or tense? If you’re looking for a way to improve your overall well-being, this Self-care Workshop on Self-Massage could be the answer. Chrystine Roy, professional massage therapist and owner of Zeste Détente, will lead this two-hour workshop at the Wellness Centre teaching you moves and techniques to self-massage.

Using only yoga balls and a wall or the floor, you can fully massage your muscles on your own. Here are some of the many benefits:

• Release muscle tension
• Relieve pain
• Boost circulation
• Reduce stress levels
• Calm anxiety
• Improve mood
• Increase energy
• Improve sleep quality

Please bring a yoga mat or towel with you.

We require you to register for this workshop as places are limited to a maximum of 14 participants.

Register here.

Questions?

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

Thanks to the CHSSN for funding this activity.

Reserve your tickets today for our thirteenth annual fundraising dinner, taking place on Thursday, November 9, 2023. Join us for a memorable Literary Feast that will nourish your mind, body, and soul.

| Evening’s programme |

This year, we are honoured to welcome a very special guest.

Our keynote speaker, MARC GARNEAU, became the first Canadian to fly in Space on Shuttle Mission STS 41-G in October 1984. He was also a Combat Systems Engineer in the Royal Canadian Navy, President of the Canadian Space Agency, a Liberal Member of Parliament, minister of Transport, Foreign Affairs minister, and Chancellor of Carleton University. He is a Companion of the Order of Canada and the Recipient of the NASA Exceptional Service Medal, three NASA Space Flight Medals, and eleven Honorary Doctorates.

The event will start at 5:30 p.m. with a cocktail served in one of the most beautiful libraries in Canada, followed by dinner in the historic College Hall at 6:30 p.m. Our annual silent auction will also take place during the evening.

A limited number of tickets for the cocktail and dinner are available at $275 per person.

| SPECIAL RATE | A special rate is available for tables of 8 individuals or more. Tickets cost $250 per person when purchasing a table (8-11 people).

| TABLES FOR TWO | Seven tables for two are available again this year on the mezzanine for $550 each.

You may reserve your ticket(s) by calling Julie Colanero at 418 694-9147, extension 221, or by contacting her at info@morrin.org.

Did you recently move to the Greater Québec City region and have questions about the provincial health care system? In 2018 Jeffery Hale Community Services, the Community Wellness Centre, and the Voice of English-speaking Québec put together a comprehensive guide with the intention of helping newcomers navigate the medical system here in Québec City with a little more ease and efficiency. Since then, we provide a space for newcomers to meet other newcomers while having their doubts cleared out by either a nurse or a social worker from the JEFF (as we colloquially refer to the Jeffery Hale Community Services).

Start jotting down your questions!

Click here to consult the guide.

Please note that the guide is currently being edited and the most updated version will be ready on the day of the workshop (Nov. 9th).

A participation prize will be awarded to one of the participants.

To register to the online option (it will NOT be recorded):  https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZApceyppzIpHtSPGIPTKMmdN5NneIn3-qC7

To register to the in-person option: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=yvXCk1eqO0mBNupA7sm4BmDLD6bYd5JIgx_hsBzRlVlUMk0xQkNCUDhKVlVQWUgzMEMxU1lRMDY1MS4u

Guest speaker edition of the Parents and Petits Get-together

Get moving with other parents.  Babies and kids are welcome too!  Wear comfortable clothing for this activity with our guest speaker Alexandra Papavramidi-Julien, certified Pilates instructor from Lovjoy Pilates.  She will guide the group through a class that will focus on improving strength, flexibility, and overall well-being, and leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

To bring: Wear comfortable clothing and bring along your exercise mat!

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

Game night is back!

Spread the word!

A fun and relaxed evening, in company of new friends and fun people.

Light refreshments and free parking provided!

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Do you have your own board game that you would like to play? Bring it!

Click here to see video tutorials on how to play the games:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs2bCujZP-GtTvQIAIsGSiKueZ2YSx1uv

We also have some of the classic games: Taboo, Pictionary, Scrabble, Clue, and Monopoly!

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

If you have a basketball, please bring it!

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

About Buddy Up

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

A fun activity for ages 16+. Learn how to knit, improve your technique or work on your project in a supportive social environment each week throughout the Fall!

Contact Jeanne Nivischiuk with any questions, 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

The Wellness Centre is offering a FREE baby massage workshop for parents with infants aged newborn to nine months (before babies are crawling or walking). Come meet other English-speaking parents and learn how to soothe your baby through massage with massage therapist Chrystine Roy from Zeste Detente.

• This activity will start at 9:30 a.m.
• You must register! Space is limited for this activity. First come, first-served.
• Parking is free for this event.

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

**Space is limited, please inquire with Maria at 418-683-2366 x221 or info@veq.ca

Join us at the Wellness Centre for a series of 8 yoga sessions this Fall and Winter.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness.

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

Things to bring with you:

• A yoga mat or towel
• A bottle of water

Registration preferred.

Register here.

Questions?

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

Thanks to the CHSSN for funding this activity.

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

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

Pay before September 25 to register for the fall 2023 session
($60 for all 12 classes)

Please visit the Wellness Centre website to register and pay : https://wejh.ca/event/50-fun-yoga/?instance_id=22227

SERVICES FOR HEALTHY AGING IN THE RIGHT PLACE (SHARP)

TOPIC:  Thinking about your home and community…Resources for fall prevention

PRESENTER:
Dr. Jose Morais, Professor and Director, Division of Geriatric Medicine McGill, MUHC & JGH

Register on the WE website here: https://wejh.ca/event/sharp-information-session-3/?instance_id=22204

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

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

To sign up, click HERE.

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

If you are caring for a loved one, either here or at a distance, the Caregivers’ Circle offers an oasis where you can share experiences with other English-speaking caregivers.  Join us!

Bring your own crafts and enjoy some pastries.If you hesitate to attend because you cannot leave your loved one alone, please call us so we can find a way to assist you.

Register here or by calling Anaïs at 581-446-7476

Funding for this activity thanks to:

The Grief Recovery Method Introduction Session involves a group discussion about “What is Grief?” and describes the course format, what participants can expect from the Grief Recovery Method course, and what the Method expects from participants.

In this improvisation series, presented by stage actor and director Michael Bourguignon, you will learn the A-to-Z of performance, how to think on (and off) your feet, and how to support your fellow performers by developing teamwork and trust. Through a variety of warm-up exercises, games, and off-the-cuff scenarios, you will experience the fun (and funny!) world of improvisation in a safe and supportive environment. Bring your smile and sense of spontaneous adventure! No ifs or buts …

Michael Bourguignon is a stage actor and director known for his quick wit and his penchant for pratfalls and other forms of physical comedy. Currently vice-president of the Quebec Art Company, Quebec City’s foremost English-language theatre group, Michael discovered his passion for the stage late in life, but he hit the boards running and hasn’t looked back. Like his lifelong mentor, Bugs Bunny, Michael is a versatile character actor who dabbles in musicals and overdresses for almost every occasion. When not onstage, he is a teacher, communications consultant, voiceover artist, sometime stand-up comedian, and proud father. In all these roles, he always asks himself, “What would Bugs Bunny do?”

Register here!

This event is made possible thanks to the support of the Government of Canada.

Library Lectures:
Book Launch of The Calf With Two Heads
by Louisa Blair

Join us to learn practical advice and tips for expectant parents from a certified Allaitement Québec breastfeeding support volunteer.

• 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

Reserve your space now by registering here.

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

Who We Are

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

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

Library Workshop
Reading Poetry

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

If you have a basketball, please bring it!

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

About Buddy Up

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

A fun activity for ages 16+. Learn how to knit, improve your technique or work on your project in a supportive social environment each week throughout the Fall!

Contact Jeanne Nivischiuk with any questions, 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

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

 Train your brain;

 Connect with others;

 Enjoy a healthy snack.

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

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

**Space is limited, please inquire with Maria at 418-683-2366 x221 or info@veq.ca

Join us at the Wellness Centre for a series of 8 yoga sessions this Fall and Winter.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness.

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

Things to bring with you:

• A yoga mat or towel
• A bottle of water

Registration preferred.

Register here.

Questions?

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

Thanks to the CHSSN for funding this activity.

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

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

Pay before September 25 to register for the fall 2023 session
($60 for all 12 classes)

Please visit the Wellness Centre website to register and pay : https://wejh.ca/event/50-fun-yoga/?instance_id=22227

Do other people have a hard time understanding your three year-old talk? Is your child developing differently than their siblings? Is your child aged five or under and 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, Kristy Findlay. Ask questions about your child. Get information about helpful resources, if need be.

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 other School Readiness and parenting workshops that we put on throughout the year.

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

When learning a new language, it is inevitable to sometimes get lost in translation. My beginnings in French were quite hilarious and often embarrassing, but at least it made me giggle. I remember that at first, I used to think that the “hôtel de ville” was a hotel chain, like Marriott, Hilton, Barceló, etc.

Did you know that Québec City is among the top ten of the snowiest cities in Canada?  One of the recommendations that you will often hear is “check the forecast daily” and with all due reason, especially in the winter. It is important though to learn the vocabulary and expressions associated with the natural phenomena, which is why VEQ in collaboration with Canadian Parents for French is organising this fun game night.

At the end of the game, the winner of the game will get an electronic $30 gift card. Another gift card will be raffled among all participants.

To register for this fun activity, please click here.

This series is designed to cover everything we don’t talk about, but should. Since death is part of life, everyone is invited to learn more about this delicate but crucial subject. Don’t hesitate to bring your questions: talking about death won’t kill you!

In this specific session, lawyer Richard Goldman will go over advance medical directives and living wills, including what they are and how to make them.

Visit the WE website to register: https://wejh.ca/event/death-101-series-legal-aspects-of-dying/?instance_id=22222

Breastfeeding support edition of the Parents and Petits Get-together

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

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

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

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

If you have a basketball, please bring it!

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

About Buddy Up

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

A fun activity for ages 16+. Learn how to knit, improve your technique or work on your project in a supportive social environment each week throughout the Fall!

Contact Jeanne Nivischiuk with any questions, 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

**Space is limited, please inquire with Maria at 418-683-2366 x221 or info@veq.ca

Join us at the Wellness Centre for a series of 8 yoga sessions this Fall and Winter.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness.

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

Things to bring with you:

• A yoga mat or towel
• A bottle of water

Registration preferred.

Register here.

Questions?

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

Thanks to the CHSSN for funding this activity.

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

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

Pay before September 25 to register for the fall 2023 session
($60 for all 12 classes)

Please visit the Wellness Centre website to register and pay : https://wejh.ca/event/50-fun-yoga/?instance_id=22227

Enjoy a multidisciplinary meeting between poetry and audio art that allow the creation of collages where poetic and audio influences intermingle.

The duos Chœur(s) are lengthy correspondences between poets and audio artists from different locations in Canada, from the East Coast to the West. Some write and create in French, others in English. This project was driven by the concept of encounters: multidisciplinary meetings between poetry and audio art that allow the creation of collages where poetic and audio influences intermingle. The soundscapes reverberate with the poets’ words, offering audiences a unique poetic listening experience.

This show features a Montreal duo comprised of poet Kaie Kellough and sound artist Oana Avasilichioaei, as well as a duo made up of British-Columbian poet Fred Wah and Quebec sound artist Miriane Rouillard.

Learn more and register HERE.

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

Registration strongly adviced, as there is a maximum capacity!

• Link to the Zoom meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIlfuCsqzsiE9w0tEWaAOxyzRt1RLwvfdBN
• Link to the in-person session: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=yvXCk1eqO0mBNupA7sm4BmDLD6bYd5JIgx_hsBzRlVlUNjZINkk0MlMzRktYNU9aOFBFRUYxOUZPNi4u

Here is an overview of the topics to be discussed:

• Explain general terms like MIFI (Québec has its own rules for choosing immigrants), CAQ, CSQ, visitor records, visa, and their differences.
• The role of French language when applying for PR
• Explain the ARRIMA portal and its importance
• Explain temporary vs permanent residence
• Explain PR status
• General information about the different streams of immigration (main categories)

Note that the immigration consultant WILL NOT discuss any specific situation.

Light refreshments and free parking provided.

Holiday Get together

Join us on Friday, December 1, at 9:30 a.m. for a holiday get-together for English-speaking families with babies and pre-school aged children.  Feel free to wear a holiday sweater to help us celebrate the occasion.

Mark your calendars for our Holiday run-around & fun event for the whole family on Saturday, December 2 from 10 to 11:30 am at Quebec High School.  Join us for a festive holiday celebration full of fun activities.

Activities on site: 

• Run around activities and games in the gym with Jarryd
• Craft corner : get your kids creative minds flowing with some fun holiday crafts
• Face painting
• Cookie decorating
• Snacks
• An appearance from the Wellness Care Bear

Help others in our community

Open your hearts and help families in need in more than one way this year!

• Bring a food donation for the Community Christmas Hamper Campaign.

Important details!

Let us know you are coming. Register here by November 27 so that we can best prepare for you!

Parking at Quebec High School: Either on the street or in the back parking lot behind the school. Enter by the main entrance on Belvédère Street. 

Volunteer to help:  Please contact Elise Holloway if you would like to be part of the wonderful volunteer team before, during, or after the event, any bit of help is greatly appreciated!

Questions or want more details?  Email Jessica.

Let’s kick off the holiday season while celebrating a meal together!

We are once again able to host a potluck.

• VEQ will provide the disposable plates, cups, and cutlery.
• Free parking is available on site. (Request the voucher upon arrival)
• We will have music and games, to make the ambiance more cheerful and party-like. ☺

If you have any dietary restrictions, we suggest that you bring the food items that you enjoy eating.

To allow us to better plan, please register in advance: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=yvXCk1eqO0mBNupA7sm4BmDLD6bYd5JIgx_hsBzRlVlUMzFUQU4xQjcxR1JTM0NEWFlMMjBDQlE2OC4u 

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

If you have a basketball, please bring it!

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

About Buddy Up

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

A fun activity for ages 16+. Learn how to knit, improve your technique or work on your project in a supportive social environment each week throughout the Fall!

Contact Jeanne Nivischiuk with any questions, 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

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

 Train your brain;

 Connect with others;

 Enjoy a healthy snack.

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

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

**Space is limited, please inquire with Maria at 418-683-2366 x221 or info@veq.ca

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

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

Pay before September 25 to register for the fall 2023 session
($60 for all 12 classes)

Please visit the Wellness Centre website to register and pay : https://wejh.ca/event/50-fun-yoga/?instance_id=22227

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

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

To sign up, click HERE.

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

This series is designed to cover everything we don’t talk about, but should. Since death is part of life, everyone is invited to learn more about this delicate but crucial subject. Don’t hesitate to bring your questions: talking about death won’t kill you!

In this specific session, social worker Aimee Bergeron will go over ambiguous loss, grief, coping skills and existing support resources in the region. Join us in person at the Wellness Centre for this last session of the series. If you can’t make it in person, but would like to attend, please contact Anaïs.

Visit the WE website to register: https://wejh.ca/event/death-101-psychosocial-aspect-of-dying/?instance_id=22399

Who We Are

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

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

On December 8, VEQ is taking you to a Remparts de Québec hockey game. A first for many, perhaps? Start warming up your throats and practicing your supporting chant for the home team!

To join in the fun:

Registrations are required as we only have 23 tickets. Those tickets were kindly donated by the Remparts (the hockey team). Should you no longer be able to attend, please let us know ASAP so we can give them to someone else and make sure they are being used.

We will provide:

Round trip transportation from the Jeffery Hale Pavilion parking lot to Le Centre Videotron
One ticket per person, to the hockey game on Dec. 8, free of charge.

***LIMITED SPACE, we have 14 tickets***

The details:

Meet at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion Parking at 5:45 p.m.
The bus will leave at 6:00 p.m. sharp
The game starts at 7 p.m.
Our bus will leave at 9:30 p.m. to bring us back to the Jeffery Hale Pavilion parking lot. You may take the bus, or choose to opt-out (for example, if the game is not over), in which case your ride back will be your responsibility.

Registration is done through Eventbrite (not by email): https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/lets-go-remparts-tickets-209870417067?aff=oddtdtcreator

For more information, please contact Maria Castro at newcomers@veq.ca or (418) 683-2366 ext. 225

Tickets will be available on Nov. 1, 2023

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

If you have a basketball, please bring it!

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

About Buddy Up

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

A fun activity for ages 16+. Learn how to knit, improve your technique or work on your project in a supportive social environment each week throughout the Fall!

Contact Jeanne Nivischiuk with any questions, 418-683-2366 x 228 or catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca

Join us in celebrating the holiday season!

The Voice of English-speaking Québec, in partnership with the Literary and Historical Society of Quebec, is delighted to invite you and your family to our annual Holiday Happy Hour at the Morrin Centre. Support a good cause, enjoy a glass, savour a bite and take a moment to wish your colleagues, friends and partners a wonderful holiday season!

DATE: Tuesday, December 12, 2023
TIME: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
LOCATION: The Morrin Centre – 44, chaussée des Écossais, Québec City

Please RSVP by December 5 to:
info@veq.ca or (418) 683-2366 ext. 221

All proceeds from the cash bar will go towards the Community Christmas Hamper Campaign.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

• PLEASE BRING INDOOR FOOTWEAR TO PROTECT THE FRAGILE WOOD FLOORING AT THE CENTRE
• PARKING AVAILABLE ON SURROUNDING STREETS AND UNDER CITY HALL
• THE MORRIN CENTRE IS WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE

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

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

Pay before September 25 to register for the fall 2023 session
($60 for all 12 classes)

Please visit the Wellness Centre website to register and pay : https://wejh.ca/event/50-fun-yoga/?instance_id=22227

The group will be getting back together for one final evening to check-in on our progress with the new steps we’ve learnt from this course!

The Wellness Centre will provide free refreshments.

Please note: there is no registration for this activity as it is intended only for the participants from the Living Life to the Full 4-week course.  Participants have been contacted by email to confirm their presence at this activity.

Questions?

For more information about the Living Life to the Full course, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.

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

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

If you have a basketball, please bring it!

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

About Buddy Up

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

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

 Train your brain;

 Connect with others;

 Enjoy a healthy snack.

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

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

If you are caring for a loved one, either here or at a distance, the Caregivers’ Circle offers an oasis where you can share experiences with other English-speaking caregivers.

Holidays are usually viewed as a time of happiness and rejoicing. However, when caring for someone who is ill, the expected joy of the holidays can be a challenge. Join us in this safe space to let off any emotional steam before the festive season.

If you hesitate to attend because you cannot leave your loved one alone, please call us so we can find a way to assist you.

Register here or by calling Anaïs at 581-446-7476

Funding for this activity thanks to:

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

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

To sign up, click HERE.

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