Upcoming Events and Activities

Aug
24
Sat
2024
Old Québec Walking Tour, open to ALL
Aug 24 @ 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

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

Are you a seasone resident of Québec and would like to meet newcomers? This event is also for you!

 

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

 

Space is LIMITED, so a reservation is required.

  • To register for the tour as a LOCAL resident (not a newcomer) click here

 

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

 

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

 

Park Meet-up
Aug 24 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

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

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

For more information

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

 

Aug
27
Tue
2024
Out and About: Lunch and Blueberry Picking
Aug 27 @ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to go out, socialize, and connect with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

**This week, join us for a delicious lunch and some blueberry picking for pies, muffins, breads, or a crumble. Don’t hesitate to contact Ariel to register and discuss transportation options at 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca.A joyful scene of people enjoying lunch outdoors while picking fresh blueberries in a sunny field.

Looking forward to seeing you all on our new adventure!

Sunset Ferry Ride to Quai Paquet for Newcomers, Open to All!
Aug 27 @ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Are you new to Québec 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 Tuesday, August 27 from 5:40 to 8:30 PM.

We will ride the ferry to Quai Paquet in Lévis that leaves at 5:40 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 Québec).  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! Registration is required and we have a limited number of places.

TO REGISTER

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

Aug
28
Wed
2024
“Brain Power- Drop-In” (Shannon)
Aug 28 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

“Brain Power – Drop-In” (Shannon)

Wednesday, August 28th (10:00 am- noon) Join the fun and connect with others at the VEQ Community Space. Come play fun and engaging board games! Strengthen your minds and connect with others – tea/coffee and healthy snacks provided!

For more information or to register for next (September) Brain-Power sessions, please contact David Zhu at 418-683-2366 ext. 228 or david.zhu@veq.ca

 

LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Aug 28 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Aug
29
Thu
2024
Out and About: Lunch and Blueberry Picking
Aug 29 @ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to go out, socialize, and connect with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

**This week, join us for a delicious lunch and some blueberry picking for pies, muffins, breads, or a crumble. Don’t hesitate to contact Ariel to register and discuss transportation options at 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca.A joyful scene of people enjoying lunch outdoors while picking fresh blueberries in a sunny field.

Looking forward to seeing you all on our new adventure!

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

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

Click here to register.

 

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

 

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

 

 

Aug
31
Sat
2024
Park Meet-up
Aug 31 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

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

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

For more information

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

 

Sep
3
Tue
2024
Brain Power Drop-In
Sep 3 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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

🧠 Train your brain;

🤝 Connect with others;

🍎 Enjoy a healthy snack.

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

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

Out & About: Grand Marché
Sep 3 @ 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to go out, socialize, and connect with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

The grand Marché will be highlighting local and territories fruit and vegetable shopping.

This week, join us for a delicious visit to the Grand Marché for some fresh produce. Bring your lunch or buy food there at one of the numerous options. Please contact Ariel to register and discuss transportation options at 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca.

Sep
4
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Sep 4 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Sep
5
Thu
2024
Out & About: Grand Marché
Sep 5 @ 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to go out, socialize, and connect with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

The grand Marché will be highlighting local and territories fruit and vegetable shopping.

This week, join us for a delicious visit to the Grand Marché for some fresh produce. Bring your lunch or buy food there at one of the numerous options. Please contact Ariel to register and discuss transportation options at 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca.

Sep
10
Tue
2024
Out & About – Îles d’Orléan Trip
Sep 10 @ 9:45 AM – 3:00 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to go out, socialize, and connect with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

A dynamic outdoor scene featuring friends having a great time in Ile d'Orléans.

Join us for an adventure on Île d’Orléans. The activities are to be determined.

Don’t hesitate to contact Ariel and Maria to register and discuss transportation options at 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca.

Jog Your Mind
Sep 10 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Jog Your Mind is a series of workshops designed for individuals aged 50 and over experiencing normal intellectual aging. This innovative program aims to keep your memory in shape. Tips, advice, and exercises are provided at each session based on the day’s theme.

In addition to receiving material during the sessions, participants also have the opportunity to exercise their cognitive functions at home with a 300-page activity workbook.

This is a drop-in event. No need to register. 

Sep
11
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Sep 11 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Sep
12
Thu
2024
Out & About – Îles d’Orléan Trip
Sep 12 @ 9:45 AM – 3:00 PM

Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to go out, socialize, and connect with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips, nature visits, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans, visits to museums, ice cream, and more!

A dynamic outdoor scene featuring friends having a great time in Ile d'Orléans.

Join us for an adventure on Île d’Orléans. The activities are to be determined.

Don’t hesitate to contact Ariel and Maria to register and discuss transportation options at 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca.

Sep
17
Tue
2024
Brain Power Drop-In
Sep 17 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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

🧠 Train your brain;

🤝 Connect with others;

🍎 Enjoy a healthy snack.

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

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

Sep
18
Wed
2024
The Role of Libraries in Supporting Digital Literacy and Aging in Place
Sep 18 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Part of the SHARP series, join this Zoom presentation by Liz Perrin, Atwater Library and Vera Ganikov, PhD Universty of the Montreal Hospital Centre.

Please sign up using the green Register button above to get the link for this event.

About SHARP

SHARP provides tools and resources to support English-speaking older adults to age and live where they choose. SHARP is short for “Services for Healthy Aging in the Right Place.”

For more information, please contact Claire Quenville by email cquenville@jhpartners.net or by phone: 418-527-2533

SHARP is a CHSSN initiative funded through Health Canada’s Official Languages Health Contribution Program 2023-’28

LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Sep 18 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Save the Date CQSB Info Session 5th edition
Sep 18 @ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Join us IN PERSON to learn more about job opportunities with the Central Québec School Board in Quebec City and across the province.

Registration details and more info to come!

Questions? Email Susanna at susanna.tang@veq.ca

Sep
21
Sat
2024
Fall Fest 2024
Sep 21 @ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Here we go again!

We are thrilled to invite you to meet local community groups and businesses, while enjoying fun activities with your whole family—inflatable games, face painting, live performances by cultural groups, and much more are on the agenda!

See you Saturday, September 21st from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Sep
24
Tue
2024
Jog Your Mind
Sep 24 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Jog Your Mind is a series of workshops designed for individuals aged 50 and over experiencing normal intellectual aging. This innovative program aims to keep your memory in shape. Tips, advice, and exercises are provided at each session based on the day’s theme.

In addition to receiving material during the sessions, participants also have the opportunity to exercise their cognitive functions at home with a 300-page activity workbook.

This is a drop-in event. No need to register. 

Sep
27
Fri
2024
VEQ’s Game Night, open to all
Sep 27 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Don’t miss the next VEQ Game Night on Friday, September 27.  Hosted at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., you can join other members of the English-speaking community (newcomers or not) for a fun, social evening with light refreshments provided.  Explore new board games or bring your own that you would like to share!  Register below or contact info@veq.ca for more information:

Click here to register.

 

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

 

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

 

 

Oct
1
Tue
2024
Brain Power Drop-In
Oct 1 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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

🧠 Train your brain;

🤝 Connect with others;

🍎 Enjoy a healthy snack.

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

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

Oct
8
Tue
2024
Jog Your Mind
Oct 8 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Jog Your Mind is a series of workshops designed for individuals aged 50 and over experiencing normal intellectual aging. This innovative program aims to keep your memory in shape. Tips, advice, and exercises are provided at each session based on the day’s theme.

In addition to receiving material during the sessions, participants also have the opportunity to exercise their cognitive functions at home with a 300-page activity workbook.

This is a drop-in event. No need to register. 

Oct
15
Tue
2024
Brain Power Drop-In
Oct 15 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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

🧠 Train your brain;

🤝 Connect with others;

🍎 Enjoy a healthy snack.

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

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

Oct
22
Tue
2024
Jog Your Mind
Oct 22 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Jog Your Mind is a series of workshops designed for individuals aged 50 and over experiencing normal intellectual aging. This innovative program aims to keep your memory in shape. Tips, advice, and exercises are provided at each session based on the day’s theme.

In addition to receiving material during the sessions, participants also have the opportunity to exercise their cognitive functions at home with a 300-page activity workbook.

This is a drop-in event. No need to register. 

Oct
23
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Oct 23 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Oct
25
Fri
2024
VEQ’s Game Night, open to all
Oct 25 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Don’t miss the next VEQ Game Night on Friday, October 25.  Hosted at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., you can join other members of the English-speaking community (newcomers or not) for a fun, social evening with light refreshments provided.  Explore new board games or bring your own that you would like to share!  Register below or contact info@veq.ca for more information:

Click here to register.

 

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

 

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

 

 

Oct
30
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Oct 30 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Nov
5
Tue
2024
Jog Your Mind
Nov 5 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Jog Your Mind is a series of workshops designed for individuals aged 50 and over experiencing normal intellectual aging. This innovative program aims to keep your memory in shape. Tips, advice, and exercises are provided at each session based on the day’s theme.

In addition to receiving material during the sessions, participants also have the opportunity to exercise their cognitive functions at home with a 300-page activity workbook.

This is a drop-in event. No need to register. 

Nov
6
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Nov 6 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Nov
12
Tue
2024
Brain Power Drop-In
Nov 12 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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

🧠 Train your brain;

🤝 Connect with others;

🍎 Enjoy a healthy snack.

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

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

Nov
13
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Nov 13 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Nov
19
Tue
2024
Jog Your Mind
Nov 19 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Jog Your Mind is a series of workshops designed for individuals aged 50 and over experiencing normal intellectual aging. This innovative program aims to keep your memory in shape. Tips, advice, and exercises are provided at each session based on the day’s theme.

In addition to receiving material during the sessions, participants also have the opportunity to exercise their cognitive functions at home with a 300-page activity workbook.

This is a drop-in event. No need to register. 

Nov
20
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Nov 20 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Nov
26
Tue
2024
Brain Power Drop-In
Nov 26 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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

🧠 Train your brain;

🤝 Connect with others;

🍎 Enjoy a healthy snack.

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

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

Nov
27
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Nov 27 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Nov
29
Fri
2024
VEQ’s Game Night, open to all
Nov 29 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Don’t miss the next VEQ Game Night on Friday, November 29.  Hosted at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., you can join other members of the English-speaking community (newcomers or not) for a fun, social evening with light refreshments provided.  Explore new board games or bring your own that you would like to share!  Register below or contact info@veq.ca for more information:

Click here to register.

 

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

 

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

 

 

Dec
3
Tue
2024
Jog Your Mind
Dec 3 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Jog Your Mind is a series of workshops designed for individuals aged 50 and over experiencing normal intellectual aging. This innovative program aims to keep your memory in shape. Tips, advice, and exercises are provided at each session based on the day’s theme.

In addition to receiving material during the sessions, participants also have the opportunity to exercise their cognitive functions at home with a 300-page activity workbook.

This is a drop-in event. No need to register. 

Dec
4
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Dec 4 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Dec
10
Tue
2024
Brain Power Drop-In
Dec 10 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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

🧠 Train your brain;

🤝 Connect with others;

🍎 Enjoy a healthy snack.

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

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

Dec
11
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Dec 11 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Dec
17
Tue
2024
Jog Your Mind
Dec 17 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Jog Your Mind is a series of workshops designed for individuals aged 50 and over experiencing normal intellectual aging. This innovative program aims to keep your memory in shape. Tips, advice, and exercises are provided at each session based on the day’s theme.

In addition to receiving material during the sessions, participants also have the opportunity to exercise their cognitive functions at home with a 300-page activity workbook.

This is a drop-in event. No need to register. 

Dec
18
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Dec 18 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Jan
31
Fri
2025
VEQ’s Game Night, open to all
Jan 31 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

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

Click here to register.

 

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

 

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

 

 

Feb
28
Fri
2025
VEQ’s Game Night, open to all
Feb 28 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Don’t miss the next VEQ Game Night on Friday, February 28.  Hosted at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., you can join other members of the English-speaking community (newcomers or not) for a fun, social evening with light refreshments provided.  Explore new board games, or bring your own that you would like to share!  Register below or contact info@veq.ca for more information:

Click here to register.

 

Knowing how many people we are expecting helps us plan to maximize our resources and create a better experience for you!

 

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

 

 

Mar
28
Fri
2025
VEQ’s Game Night, open to all
Mar 28 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Don’t miss the next VEQ Game Night on Friday, March 28.  Hosted at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., you can join other members of the English-speaking community (newcomers or not) for a fun, social evening with light refreshments provided.  Explore new board games or bring your own that you would like to share!  Register below or contact info@veq.ca for more information:

Click here to register.

 

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

 

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

 

 

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