Upcoming Events and Activities

Apr
21
Sun
2024
Out & About – Quebec Art Company’s “Cabaret”
Apr 21 @ 2:00 PM – 5:00 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 the Québec Art Company’s Spring showing of Cabaret! Tickets cost $30 at the door (cash or credit card). VEQ will have reserved seats. Please register with Maria by April 5th at (418) 683-2366 ext. 221, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

 

April 2024 Spring production: Cabaret

 

 

Apr
23
Tue
2024
Wellness Yoga
Apr 23 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us at the Wellness Centre for a series of 6 yoga sessions this Spring.  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 and has been teaching for over five years.

Things to bring with you:

  • A yoga mat or towel
  • A bottle of water

Due to space constraints, we require you to register for this activity.

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.


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

Apr
24
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Apr 24 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Lifelong Learning: Poetry Sharing
Apr 24 @ 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area.

FACILITATORS: Mary Boudreau and Margaret Brunelle

Bring out your inner poet!

According to our hosts Mary and Margaret poetry should be shared and read aloud. Bring a favourite poem to share with everyone and enjoy an afternoon of discussion.

Please let me know if you will be bringing a poem to share by April 17th.

TO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited to 15 people.

Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.

Art Therapy
Apr 24 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Explore your feelings while enjoying the life affirming pleasures of creating art.  No artistic talent is needed.

Join us at the Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale to take part in free art therapy sessions with certified art therapist, Nicole Bouchard.

Each two-hour session (with a 15-minute break) focuses on a different topic:

  • April 3: Fear, Stress and Anxiety
  • April 10: Loss and Grief
  • April 17: Gratitude
  • April 24: Letting Go

The Wellness Centre will provide free refreshments.

We require you to register for these sessions as as places are limited to a maximum of 12 participants.  You may attend all four sessions, or as many sessions as you wish.

Register for this event here.

Questions?

For more information about Art Therapy, 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.

Apr
25
Thu
2024
Lifelong Learning – Pottery with Teresa
Apr 25 @ 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area.

FACILITATOR: Teresa Ten-Westeneind

Join Teresa as she leads you through an opportunity to experiment and create with clay, try  one, two or three different methods of hand building and tap into your creativity. If you would like to keep your creation you have the option of getting it fired and glazed by Teresa, participants would be responsible for the cost of this (approximately $10 to $20). You can choose a green, blue or white glaze. For this activity please dress casually as there is a chance of getting clay on your clothes, although it does wash out easily.

More about Teresa: Teresa Ten-Westeneind is the owner and operator of Poterie-Terre-de-la-Rivière established November 2020 in Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier. Teresa is an experienced and passionate potter of more than 20 years.  She is discovering healing and connection through creativity and purpose.  Teresa is a provincially qualified educator, qualified to guide her students to optimize their learning via individualized teaching techniques.

Her Motto is:
“Joy through Creativity”
“Serenity through Pottery”

TO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited to 15 people.

Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.

Apr
26
Fri
2024
Parents and Petits Get-together with onsite breastfeeding support
Apr 26 @ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Breastfeeding support edition of the Parents and Petits Get-together

Breastfeeding support featured this time

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.

  • The space is set up to give English-speaking pre-school aged kids a chance to play and interact.
  • Parents must stay on-site.
  • Vouchers provided to cover the cost of parking
  • Drop-in, no registration required. Hope to see you there!

For more information and events to come

Please visit our Parents and Petits Get-together home page, or send an email to Jessica Price, Family Matters Program Coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net

Out & About – Quebec High School’s “Shrek the Musical”
Apr 26 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

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 Québec High School’s Spring Musical, Shrek. Tickets cost $5 at the door (cash only). VEQ will have reserved seats. Please register with Maria by April 12th at (418) 683-2366 ext. 221, or at: maria.hoyt@veq.ca 

 

 

VEQ’s Game Night
Apr 26 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Don’t miss the return of VEQ Game Nights on Friday, April 26.  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 Maria Castro at newcomers@veq.ca for more information:

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=yvXCk1eqO0mBNupA7sm4BmDLD6bYd5JIgx_hsBzRlVlUMTJESzA4TkRDNFVHWUgzR1FORlRQWTdDOS4u

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

 

Apr
29
Mon
2024
CQSB Performing Arts Festival
Apr 29 @ 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Apr
30
Tue
2024
Improve Your Snooze
Apr 30 @ 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Quality sleep is an important aspect of overall health and has a close relationship with our mental health.  One important ingredient of good mental health is a good night’s sleep. Many people, however, have problems with sleep or need help to adopt good sleep behaviours. Don’t miss our Improve Your Snooze information session.

During this session with Dr. Megan Daley, professional psychologist, you’ll learn about sleep, sleep hygiene, sleep disorders and be able to get answers to your questions about sleep during a Q&A.

Register here.

For those attending online, you will receive Zoom link by email after you register.

Questions?

For more information about this Improve Your Snooze information session, 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.

May
1
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
May 1 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
May
3
Fri
2024
Parents and Petits Get-together
May 3 @ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

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.

  • The space is set up to give English-speaking pre-school aged children a chance to play and interact.
  • Parents must stay on-site.
  • Vouchers provided to cover the cost of parking
  • Drop-in, no registration required. Hope to see you there!

For more information and events to come

Please visit our Parents and Petits Get-together home page, or send an email to Jessica Price, Family Matters Program Coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net

May
5
Sun
2024
My Morrin: Imagining Hopeful Futures – Author Event with Jean-Louis Trudel
May 5 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

How can we make sense of the world and maintain hope for the future? Come share your ideas, what you’re reading and writing, and how they help. Discover how Jean-Louis Trudel, a science fiction author and professor, and Michèle Thibeau, creative writer, sustain their own optimism. They will discuss creative non-fiction and science fiction, including hopepunk and solarpunk, that outline new courses of action in optimistic works.

If you believe good writing and surprising scenarios can help bridge the gap, preparing us for possible futures, join us at Morrin Centre on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at 6 pm.

Register here!

 

Jean-Louis Trudel has been writing science fiction since 1984, and he’s been following climate change for almost as long. While he’s been teaching university students about it for twenty years, he feels we need to propose kinder and brighter futures, both to science fiction audiences and to younger generations.

May
6
Mon
2024
Meditation and Mini Facial with LLL – Mental Health Week
May 6 @ 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

This event is in partnership with Lifelong Learning, a program by Québec City Reading Council, and is open to all 50+ LLL members.

Take a moment to pause as we carve out some essential time in our busy week.  Let’s release the tensions and pressures of everyday life and inhale deeply.  This is your moment.  A chance to rejuvenate your mind and soothe your spirit. During the session, we’ll begin by releasing accumulated stress, ensuring we feel grounded, then proceed with a tranquil face massage, culminating in a peaceful meditation.  Hazel will be your guide through this mindfulness journey as we ease into a slower pace and refresh our senses.

Join Hazel (Tropic), Catherine (Lifelong Learning) and Verity (WE Mind Mental Health) for a relaxing afternoon to celebrate Mental Health Week.  Participants will also receive a Mental Health Goodie Bag!

Registration is limited to 14 people.

Registration and questions?

To register, and for more information about this Meditation and Mini Facial activity, please contact Catherine, Lifelong Learning Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-681-1258.

Talk for Youth by Youth with Jack.org – Mental Health Week
May 6 @ 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

If you’re aged 13-25 years old, join us on Zoom during Mental Health Week for a Jack Talk. Help end the silence around mental health!

Jack Talks are mental health presentations delivered by young people to young people. Trained and certified youth speakers use the power of personal stories and mental health education to inspire, engage, educate and equip young people to look out for themselves and their peers.

Fun fact: 80% of Jack Talks audiences say they walk away with a better understanding of their mental well-being. Now, that’s a win-win!

On the agenda? Topics like bullying, dealing with depression, self-esteem, 2SLGBTQ, and more, from academic stress to immigrant experiences. We’ve got it all covered!

Register for your Zoom link.

Parents are welcome to join too.

About the speakers

Mary Feltham: Mary is a graduate from Grenfell Camps, obtaining a BSc in Psychology and BSc in Nursing.  Now Mary lives with their many animals, and works as the chairperson for the Canadian Federation of Students – Newfoundland and Labrador, advocating for the rights of all students.

Mara So: By day, Mara is a Lab Manager for a cognitive psychology lab at Dalhousie University.  She graduated from Dalhousie in 2020 with a BSc (Hons) in Neuroscience and a Certificate in Animal Behaviour.  By night, she crafts,cosplays, and takes care of her 2 year-old Golden Retriever named Rocco.  In addition to volunteering as a Jack Talks speaker for Jack.org, she also volunteers as an EAL tutor for ISANS, and as a Crisis Responder for Kids Help Phone.

About Jack.org

Jack.org is a charity that trains and empowers youth to have a positive impact on mental health in their communities. They are working towards a Canada where all young people understand how to take care fo their own mental health and look out for each other. A Canada without shame, and where all those that need support, get the help they deserve. With a national network of thousands of young leaders, they’re only just getting started.

Questions?

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

May
7
Tue
2024
Brain Power Drop-In
May 7 @ 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

Pilates – Mental Health Week
May 7 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us at the Wellness Centre during Mental Health Week for a Pilates session for all ages and levels. Energize your body and boost your mental health through the precise movements and breathing techniques of Pilates.

Certified instructor Alexandra P. Julien will guide you in adapting the exercises to your ability. Alexandra became a Pilates Matwork teacher in 2015 at the Body Control Pilates school in London, England. She now teaches Pilates classes at LOVJOY Pilates, her own studio in Québec City.

Register here.

Questions?

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

May
8
Wed
2024
Reading & Mental Health with Morrin Centre – Mental Health Week
May 8 @ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Through fiction, you can escape into a world that isn’t your life, but can help you to deal with it.”

            -Matt Haig, author

“We lose ourselves in what we read, only to return to ourselves, transformed and part of a more expansive world.”

            –Judith Butler, author and theorist

Did you know that reading is good for your mental health as well as for your interpersonal relationships? For instance, psychologists from the New School for Social Research noted in 2013 that reading literature improved one’s ability to register and read other people’s emotions.

The Morrin Centre welcomes visitors during its regular library hours to explore book displays on mental health (free for members; $5 for non-members). Current Library hours are: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.   They are located at 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec, QC G1R 4H3. Please visit their website to learn more about the Morrin Centre.

Resources about reading and mental health:

LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
May 8 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Park Chill-out with VEQ – Mental Health Week
May 8 @ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Let’s unwind and prioritize our mental wellness together!  In celebration of Mental Health Week, the Wellness Centre and Voice of English-speaking Québec (VEQ) invite you to a chilled-out gathering at Parc Victoria.

Bring your blanket and your own picnic treats, and enjoy a laid-back evening in the company of (new) friends and community. We will bring frisbees and games. Spread the word and invite others!

No registration is necessary for this activity. Drop in and meet us at the park from 5 to 7  p.m.  We’ll be where the red circle is in the image below.

Getting there:

  • There are plenty of parking lots near the park. Free street parking should be available after 5 p.m.
  • Parc Victoria is easily accessible by several bus routes.

Questions?

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

May
9
Thu
2024
Reading & Mental Health with Morrin Centre – Mental Health Week
May 9 @ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Through fiction, you can escape into a world that isn’t your life, but can help you to deal with it.”

            -Matt Haig, author

“We lose ourselves in what we read, only to return to ourselves, transformed and part of a more expansive world.”

            –Judith Butler, author and theorist

Did you know that reading is good for your mental health as well as for your interpersonal relationships? For instance, psychologists from the New School for Social Research noted in 2013 that reading literature improved one’s ability to register and read other people’s emotions.

The Morrin Centre welcomes visitors during its regular library hours to explore book displays on mental health (free for members; $5 for non-members). Current Library hours are: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.   They are located at 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec, QC G1R 4H3. Please visit their website to learn more about the Morrin Centre.

Resources about reading and mental health:

Mindfulness – Mental Health Week
May 9 @ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Mindfulness is the art and practice of of being fully aware of what’s happening in the moment – emotionally, cognitively, in any way!  It involves nourishing the capacity to be conscious of what you’re doing and of what is happening around you, as well as inside you, with open curiosity, kindness and an attitude of non-judgement.  Mindfulness can be particularly helpful during stressful times because it can help us step back from our stormy minds, procide a calmer perspective, and reveal healthier choices available to use.  It can also help when we need to focus on a difficult or complicated task by reducing the ‘chatter’ of our internal monologue.  While it may come naturally to some, mindfulness takes practice to master.

Join professional psychologist Dr. Meagan Daley in-person at the Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale for a 1.5-hour session in Mindfulness.

Register here.

Questions?

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

May
10
Fri
2024
Travellin’ Toddler Time at St. Brigid’s Home
May 10 @ 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

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.

This activity is a great way to:
* Practice fine motor skills
* Discover new craft ideas
* Encourage creative learning as a family
* Meet new friends!
Every month is a new theme and host.

 

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

Reading & Mental Health with Morrin Centre – Mental Health Week
May 10 @ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Through fiction, you can escape into a world that isn’t your life, but can help you to deal with it.”

            -Matt Haig, author

“We lose ourselves in what we read, only to return to ourselves, transformed and part of a more expansive world.”

            –Judith Butler, author and theorist

Did you know that reading is good for your mental health as well as for your interpersonal relationships? For instance, psychologists from the New School for Social Research noted in 2013 that reading literature improved one’s ability to register and read other people’s emotions.

The Morrin Centre welcomes visitors during its regular library hours to explore book displays on mental health (free for members; $5 for non-members). Current Library hours are: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.   They are located at 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec, QC G1R 4H3. Please visit their website to learn more about the Morrin Centre.

Resources about reading and mental health:

QHS Music Extravaganza
May 10 @ 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Save the date! More details to come

May
11
Sat
2024
Old Québec Walking Tour, open to ALL
May 11 all day

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

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

 

There will be two tours, one in the morning and the second one in the afternoon.

 

Space is LIMITED, so a reservation is required.

  • To register for the morning tour (from 9:30 to 11:30 AM), click here
  • To register for the afternoon tour (from 1:30 to 3:30 PM) 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!

 

WE Dads Activity: Make a Masterpiece for Mother’s Day
May 11 @ 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Dads! We’ve organized an art activity for you and your kiddos to get crafty and make something nice for mom for Mother’s Day.  Join Jarryd, our WE Dads Community Animator, on Saturday, May 11 at 9:30 a.m. at the Wellness Centre for a fun, craft activity with your little ones.

We will be painting and decorating a rustic, but classy masterpiece for mom for mother’s day.

To bring:  Bring a smock or old shirt for your child to protect their clothing.

Who can attend: This activity is for dads or father figures and their children of all ages.

Parking:  Free parking on site.

Registration required. We have a limited number of spaces for this activity so reserve your place for this activity.

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

Reading & Mental Health with Morrin Centre – Mental Health Week
May 11 @ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Through fiction, you can escape into a world that isn’t your life, but can help you to deal with it.”

            -Matt Haig, author

“We lose ourselves in what we read, only to return to ourselves, transformed and part of a more expansive world.”

            –Judith Butler, author and theorist

Did you know that reading is good for your mental health as well as for your interpersonal relationships? For instance, psychologists from the New School for Social Research noted in 2013 that reading literature improved one’s ability to register and read other people’s emotions.

The Morrin Centre welcomes visitors during its regular library hours to explore book displays on mental health (free for members; $5 for non-members). Current Library hours are: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.   They are located at 44 Chaussée des Écossais, Québec, QC G1R 4H3. Please visit their website to learn more about the Morrin Centre.

Resources about reading and mental health:

Yoga – Mental Health Week
May 11 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join us in the gym the Eastern Québec Learning Centre during Mental Health Week for a Yoga session for all ages and levels.

Let go and reconnect with yourself.  This is a great opportunity to take time for yourself and prioritise your self-care.  We will be using breath work and guided meditation to enhance relaxation while stretching and finding inner calmness.

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

Things to bring with you:

  • A yoga mat or towel
  • A bottle of water

Register here.

Questions?

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

Symposium: “The History of Emily Montague”
May 11 @ 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Any way you read it…the novel is still able to instruct and delight.
–Borealis Press

Come learn about Canada’s first novel at our half-day symposium aimed to inform and delight. We ask: what value is there in reading Frances Brooke’s The History of Emily Montague today?

First published in 1769 and set in what eventually became Quebec City, this epistolary novel gives an intimate glimpse of social life just after the British conquest of New France. It is inspired by the writer’s own experience.

Offering insights on relations among the English, the Canadiens, and the Huron-Wendat, the novel reveals both progressive views and racial prejudices of the period through interwoven love stories. It sheds light on a complicated colonial past whose legacy continues to challenge us. The invited speakers will help us address important facets of the novel: Donald Fyson (specialist in 18th–20th century Quebec history at Université Laval), Linda M. Morra (specialist in Canadian women’s literature at Bishop’s University), Jean-Philip Rochon Paul (Huron-Wendat Nation), Peter Sabor (Canada Research Chair in Eighteenth-Century Studies at McGill University), and Philip Sioui (Huron-Wendat Nation).

The talks will be accompanied by dramatic readings. A character actor and a touch of period music will add a flavour of the time. Whether you have read the novel or not, whether you are a member of the public or a specialist in the field, you are sure to come away with new perspectives on a novel which has continued to engage generations of readers.

More information about the presenters and their talks coming soon!

 


To register for this FREE event, click HERE.

For a complete list of The History of Emily Montague activities, please click HERE.

For more about the LHSQ200th activities, please click HERE.


This activity is in celebration of Frances Brooke’s 300th birthday as well as the LHSQ’s 200th anniversary. It is in partnership with the English literature program in the Département de littérature, théâtre et cinéma at Université Laval, the Huron-Wendat Nation, and CEGEP Champlain-St. Lawrence.

 

 

Thank you to the Government of Canada for their support.


Image 1: Frances Brooke by Catherine Read, Oil on canvas (c. 1771), Library and Archives Canada, 1981-88-1, e011154587

Image 2: Frances Brooke by James Hopwood Sr., Stipple engraving (1812), National Portrait Gallery, D14044

QHS Trivia Night
May 11 @ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Save the date! More details to come.

May
12
Sun
2024
Buddy Up: Basketball – Mental Health Week
May 12 @ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Are you looking for a way to stay active, meet new people, and improve your mental well-being? Join this session of Buddy-Up: Basketball with have a particular attention on men’s mental health for Mental Health Week.

Questions?

For more information about men’s health and well-being and relating to Buddy Up: Basketball, please contact Jarryd Smith at jsmith@jhpartners.net or phone at 418-570-7953.

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 men’s health and well-being while enjoying the benefits of fitness and camaraderie.


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

May
14
Tue
2024
Lifelong Learning: Express Lunch with A&S
May 14 @ 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM

This event is open to all 50+ LLL members.

FACILITATOR: Ateliers & Saveurs

Cost: $10*

Back by popular demand! Join us for another exciting cooking class with the lovely people at Ateliers & Saveurs, we will be taking the themed Express Lunch class. Please ensure your membership has been paid if you are interested in attending. We will be making Italian Meatballs with black olive Penne Rigate and fresh chives. When registering please let me know if you have any allergies or specific dietary requirements.

*PLEASE NOTE: The cost of this event only includes the price of the food. Any extras, such as drinks or desserts will be invoiced to each person individually.

If you’re interested in this event, please register no later than April 26.

TO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited to 15 people.

Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.

Wellness Pilates
May 14 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us this summer at the Wellness Centre for a series of six Pilates sessions for all ages and levels. Energize your body and boost your mental health through the precise movements and breathing techniques of Pilates.

By targeting core muscle strength, Pilates enhances flexibility and promotes proper posture. It’s a great option for yoga enthusiasts seeking a more intense core workout.

Certified instructor Alexandra P. Julien will guide you in adapting the exercises to your ability. Alexandra became a Pilates Matwork teacher in 2015 at the Body Control Pilates school in London, England. She now teaches Pilates classes at LOVJOY Pilates, her own studio in Québec City.

  • Please bring a bottle of water with you.
  • We will provide you with a mat.

Space is limited to a maximum of 12 participants.

Pay before May 12 to register for the summer 2024 sessions.
($30 for all six classes)

  • The “Add to Cart” button above will open a new window in PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account, you do not need to open one. Simply click the grey “Check Out” button and then enter your credit card information.
  • On your bank or credit card statement, the merchant name will appear as: JEFF WEJHCA or JEFF COMM PARTNERS.

Questions?

For more information about our Wellness Pilates, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator: 418-684-5333, ext. 11932, or vjordan@jhpartners.net.

May
15
Wed
2024
Understanding Hearing Loss
May 15 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Overall, 60% of adult Canadians report some hearing loss. In older adults, hearing loss often happens gradually over time. This loss can easily go undetected. It may interfere with communication and often leaves seniors feeling quite isolated and misunderstood. It can also become a common source of frustration for caregivers. However, support is available.

Join us for an information session with Janie Durette, audioprosthesist, to learn more about :

• Signs and causes of hearing loss
• The impact of hearing loss
• Aids and other tools to help improve hearing and communication skills

Registration required as places are limited.

You or your loved one can benefit from a free on-site hearing test after this session.

Fill in this form to register.

 

LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
May 15 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
May
16
Thu
2024
Lifelong Learning: Origami
May 16 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

This event is open to all 50+ LLL members.

FACILITATOR: Rio Miura

Participate in a part of Japanese culture as you discover the history of this art form and learn how to make 5 different pieces of Origami, including the famous crane! A perfect activity for Asian Heritage Month.

TO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited to 15 people.

Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.

May
21
Tue
2024
Brain Power Drop-In
May 21 @ 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

Pixels & Pages: Book Club
May 21 @ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Interested in discussing literature with other book lovers?
Missing connecting over books in the Library? Come join 
Pixels & Pages!

Horse by Geraldine Brooks

Horse is available on OverDrive in e-book format as part of the Morrin Centre’s digital collections HERE.

Please note that this event will be hybrid: the book club will meet in the Library, but it is also possible to participate online via Zoom.

Please email library@morrin.org to learn more or to sign up!

 

This project is in partnership with La Maison Anglaise.

Wellness Pilates
May 21 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us this summer at the Wellness Centre for a series of six Pilates sessions for all ages and levels. Energize your body and boost your mental health through the precise movements and breathing techniques of Pilates.

By targeting core muscle strength, Pilates enhances flexibility and promotes proper posture. It’s a great option for yoga enthusiasts seeking a more intense core workout.

Certified instructor Alexandra P. Julien will guide you in adapting the exercises to your ability. Alexandra became a Pilates Matwork teacher in 2015 at the Body Control Pilates school in London, England. She now teaches Pilates classes at LOVJOY Pilates, her own studio in Québec City.

  • Please bring a bottle of water with you.
  • We will provide you with a mat.

Space is limited to a maximum of 12 participants.

Pay before May 12 to register for the summer 2024 sessions.
($30 for all six classes)

  • The “Add to Cart” button above will open a new window in PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account, you do not need to open one. Simply click the grey “Check Out” button and then enter your credit card information.
  • On your bank or credit card statement, the merchant name will appear as: JEFF WEJHCA or JEFF COMM PARTNERS.

Questions?

For more information about our Wellness Pilates, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator: 418-684-5333, ext. 11932, or vjordan@jhpartners.net.

May
22
Wed
2024
Understanding Age-Related Speech Changes
May 22 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Communication is an important key to quality of life for ourselves and our loved ones.

In this session, we will discuss the preservation of language and communication in the context of healthy aging. We will also look at aphasia in the process of atypical aging. This session will be interactive – bring your questions, your worries and your curiosity!

Our facilitator will be Kristy Findlay, a Speech-Language Pathologist with the Centre Mosaïque, clinique d’orthophonie à Québec.

Everyone must register. 

Register here to join online OR fill up this form to attend in-person at the Wellness Centre.

LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
May 22 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
May
23
Thu
2024
Lifelong Learning: The Pine Tree State – A History of Maine
May 23 @ 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area.

FACILITATOR: Barry Lane

Today, Maine is a quiet place on the periphery, seen by many of us as a recreational paradise of wilderness, mountains and sea. But at one time, the state was not on the periphery, but at the centre of the United States. it would not only lead the union but ultimately save it. it is an extraordinary history.
TO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited.

Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.

May
24
Fri
2024
Out & About – Bowling!
May 24 @ 10:30 AM – 12:30 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 bowling ($4) and lunch. To sign up or for more information about bus pick-up, please contact Maria Hoyt at 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca

 

 

 

May
25
Sat
2024
Park meet-up
May 25 @ 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 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

 

May
26
Sun
2024
CWL Community Breakfast (Shannon)
May 26 @ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

The CWL is hosting their Spring Community Breakfast on Sunday, May 26th from 9 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Pricing

Adults: $12

Children 6-12: $5

Children under 6: Free

 

VEQ is also offering free transportation from the Jeffery Hale Pavilion to the breakfast leaving at 9:30 a.m., and from McGreevy Manor leaving at 9:40 a.m.

 

Please contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve a seat on the bus.

May
27
Mon
2024
Lifelong Learning – Chair Yoga
May 27 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

This event is open to all 50+ LLL members.

FACILITATOR: Susa Bernard

Susa Bernard, of Susa Sparkle Yoga, will lead us through some Chair Yoga exercises followed by a discussion on wellness. Susa is passionate about yoga, or healing movement, for all ages. Members will be able to do chair yoga by themselves after this session and thus continue to improve their physical and mental health.

Wear comfortable clothes and think about any health and wellness related questions you might have.

TO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited to 15 people.

Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.

May
28
Tue
2024
Out & About – Bowling!
May 28 @ 10:30 AM – 12:30 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 bowling ($4) and lunch. To sign up or for more information about bus pick-up, please contact Maria Hoyt at 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca

 

 

 

Wellness Pilates
May 28 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us this summer at the Wellness Centre for a series of six Pilates sessions for all ages and levels. Energize your body and boost your mental health through the precise movements and breathing techniques of Pilates.

By targeting core muscle strength, Pilates enhances flexibility and promotes proper posture. It’s a great option for yoga enthusiasts seeking a more intense core workout.

Certified instructor Alexandra P. Julien will guide you in adapting the exercises to your ability. Alexandra became a Pilates Matwork teacher in 2015 at the Body Control Pilates school in London, England. She now teaches Pilates classes at LOVJOY Pilates, her own studio in Québec City.

  • Please bring a bottle of water with you.
  • We will provide you with a mat.

Space is limited to a maximum of 12 participants.

Pay before May 12 to register for the summer 2024 sessions.
($30 for all six classes)

  • The “Add to Cart” button above will open a new window in PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account, you do not need to open one. Simply click the grey “Check Out” button and then enter your credit card information.
  • On your bank or credit card statement, the merchant name will appear as: JEFF WEJHCA or JEFF COMM PARTNERS.

Questions?

For more information about our Wellness Pilates, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator: 418-684-5333, ext. 11932, or vjordan@jhpartners.net.

May
29
Wed
2024
Lifelong Learning: Home Exchange, Anyone?
May 29 @ 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area.

FACILITATOR: Jan Anderson

Join seasoned traveler, Jan Anderson for an in-depth look at home exchanging. This is when you swap your home with someone else using a web-based service. Learn about the process and see photos of Jan’s past exchanges. Learn from her experience with this innovative way to travel and feel free to ask  your questions!

TO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited.

Sign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.

LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
May 29 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
May
30
Thu
2024
VEQ AGM 2024
May 30 @ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Join us on Thursday, May 30, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for our Annual General Meeting.

Connect with old friends, and meet new ones, as you get to know more about VEQ’s successes this past year, and plans for the year ahead! Appetizers and refreshments will be served, and parking is free.

Please RSVP by May 24 to Maria Hoyt:

E: info@veq.ca

T: (418) 683-2366 ext. 221

We cannot wait to see you there!

Prenatal Information Meetings
May 30 @ 6:30 PM – 8:45 PM

Birthing a child is an historic family occasion. It can be a very emotional, awesome and even stressful time for parents-to-be. The Wellness Centre is here to support you, especially in this unusual time.  Pandemic or not, everyone needs to be ready for baby’s arrival.

Get ready for birth by attending four Prenatal Information Meetings given by the perinatal team from Jeffery Hale Community Services.

Due to COVID-19 and the most recent government measures that will be in place, it is yet to be decided if the meetings will take place online or in person, or both.   The decision will be taken one month prior to the meetings.

For more details and to register for these meetings, please visit the webpage of Jeffery Hale Community Services.

May
31
Fri
2024
VEQ’s Game Night, open to all
May 31 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Don’t miss the return of VEQ Game Nights on Friday, May 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!

 

 

Jun
1
Sat
2024
Montmorency Falls Picnic ***POSTPONED***
Jun 1 @ 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM

This event is OPEN TO ALL, newcomers or not!

 

It already feels like summer, doesn’t it?!

 

To get the season started, we are hosting an outdoor picnic at Montmorency Falls, from 11 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. VEQ will provide transportation to the falls and back, free of charge. Registration to the bus is required, since there is a limited capacity. Click here to book your spot on the bus! You can also join us there.

What to expect:

  • FREE bus transportation from our office venue, located at 1270 chemin Sainte-Foy, leaving at 10:30 a.m. and returning to the same address at 2:00 p.m.
  • We will bring board games, as a way of facilitating breaking the ice and establishing new connections.
  • A gift card will be raffled among the participants at the end of the event. The winner can choose from Tim Hortons, Chocolat Favoris, or La Maison Anglaise.

Important information:

  • Meals and/or snacks are NOT included. We encourage you to pack (a basket with) your favorite treats and enjoy a leisurely picnic amidst the majestic beauty of this natural wonder.
  • You can take a stroll along the scenic trails, spot the falls’ famous waterfalls, and make unforgettable memories with friends and family.
  • You can bring a comfortable folding chair or blankets, and take in some most-needed vitamin D!
  • Make sure you bring protection from the sun (hat, sunblock, umbrella, etc.
  • Visit the Falls’ website to find out more about what they offer.
  • Your smile!

You may get your ticket to the park in advance on the SÉPAQ’s reservation website.

Access to the park is free to the residents of Québec’s Metropolitan area* with proof of residence.**

*Québec’s Metropolitan area includes Lévis. For more information, please call the SÉPAQ.

** Proof of residence can be a health card, driver’s license, student ID, any photo ID (that confirms the person’s identity), and a document with the address in Québec’s Metropolitan area.

 

Jun
4
Tue
2024
50+ Fun Chair Yoga
Jun 4 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

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 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 May 6 to register for the spring 2024 session
($30 for all 6 classes)


  • The “Add to Cart” button above will open a new window in PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account, you do not need to open one. Simply click the grey “Check Out” button and then enter your credit card information.
  • On your bank or credit card statement, the merchant name will appear as: JEFF WEJHCA or JEFF COMM PARTNERS.

Brain Power Drop-In
Jun 4 @ 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 – Shopping at Place Laurier
Jun 4 @ 10:30 AM – 1:30 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 shopping at Place Laurier. Please contact Maria Hoyt (418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca) for more information or to sign-up for transportation.

 

 

 

Wellness Pilates
Jun 4 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us this summer at the Wellness Centre for a series of six Pilates sessions for all ages and levels. Energize your body and boost your mental health through the precise movements and breathing techniques of Pilates.

By targeting core muscle strength, Pilates enhances flexibility and promotes proper posture. It’s a great option for yoga enthusiasts seeking a more intense core workout.

Certified instructor Alexandra P. Julien will guide you in adapting the exercises to your ability. Alexandra became a Pilates Matwork teacher in 2015 at the Body Control Pilates school in London, England. She now teaches Pilates classes at LOVJOY Pilates, her own studio in Québec City.

  • Please bring a bottle of water with you.
  • We will provide you with a mat.

Space is limited to a maximum of 12 participants.

Pay before May 12 to register for the summer 2024 sessions.
($30 for all six classes)

  • The “Add to Cart” button above will open a new window in PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account, you do not need to open one. Simply click the grey “Check Out” button and then enter your credit card information.
  • On your bank or credit card statement, the merchant name will appear as: JEFF WEJHCA or JEFF COMM PARTNERS.

Questions?

For more information about our Wellness Pilates, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator: 418-684-5333, ext. 11932, or vjordan@jhpartners.net.

Jun
5
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Jun 5 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Lifelong Learning – End of the Year Happy Hour
Jun 5 @ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
***More details to come***
Jun
6
Thu
2024
Prenatal Information Meetings
Jun 6 @ 6:30 PM – 8:45 PM

Birthing a child is an historic family occasion. It can be a very emotional, awesome and even stressful time for parents-to-be. The Wellness Centre is here to support you, especially in this unusual time.  Pandemic or not, everyone needs to be ready for baby’s arrival.

Get ready for birth by attending four Prenatal Information Meetings given by the perinatal team from Jeffery Hale Community Services.

Due to COVID-19 and the most recent government measures that will be in place, it is yet to be decided if the meetings will take place online or in person, or both.   The decision will be taken one month prior to the meetings.

For more details and to register for these meetings, please visit the webpage of Jeffery Hale Community Services.

Jun
8
Sat
2024
Audio Storytelling Workshop: The Art of Interviewing
Jun 8 @ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Interested in podcasting?

Join us on Saturday, June 8 from 10am – 3pm for this introductory workshop.

To register: https://forms.office.com/r/p97nSYZMhU

Bring your own lunch. Light refreshments provided.

Workshop description:

Interviewing guests is an essential podcasting skill.

How do we put our interviewees at ease even as we point a microphone at them? How can we structure our interview questions to provoke deeper reflections and help interviewees emotionally connect to their story? How do we ensure that our interview audio is clear and compelling and grabs listeners’ ears with nothing more than the phone in your pocket?

In this workshop, Glenn Patterson, an ethnographer and public-sector heritage worker, shares some of the secrets of oral history interviewing that he has learned firsthand over the last 15 years from veteran audio storytellers and radio producers.

This workshop is a partnership between Community Digital Arts Hub – CDAH and VEQ as part of the CDAH in the Regions project funded by the Government of Canada and supported by ELAN Quebec.

Outdoor Family Kick-off to Summer
Jun 8 @ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Join us for a morning of fun especially for you and your children! Our outdoor event for families is always a great way to kick-start the summer and connect with other English-speaking families of young children in the community.

Here’s the fun we have planned for you!

  • Outdoor story time with the Morrin Centre ( starts at 10:15a.m.)
  • Outdoor games, motor skills activities, sports
  • An appearance from the Wellness care bear
  • Make a craft for Father’s Day
  • Face painting
  • Allergy safe snacks, BBQ: hotdogs, veggie dogs.

Location: The field behind the Gatehouse, 1601, chemin Saint-Louis, Québec, QC G1S 1G4. Bring your own blanket or camping chairs for your family to sit on.

Parking:  Street parking is available in the area.  Please consult our map of the local neighborhood to see where you can park.

Volunteer to help out?  Please contact our volunteer coordinator 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!

Who can attend

This event is open to all parents, parental guardians, parents-to-be and kiddos in the Greater Quebec City area!

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

Jun
11
Tue
2024
50+ Fun Chair Yoga
Jun 11 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

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 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 May 6 to register for the spring 2024 session
($30 for all 6 classes)


  • The “Add to Cart” button above will open a new window in PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account, you do not need to open one. Simply click the grey “Check Out” button and then enter your credit card information.
  • On your bank or credit card statement, the merchant name will appear as: JEFF WEJHCA or JEFF COMM PARTNERS.

Out & About – Picnic at Bois-du-Coulonge Park
Jun 11 @ 11:00 AM – 1:30 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 stroll and picnic at the bois-du-coulonge park. Please contact Maria Hoyt (418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca) for more information or to sign-up for transportation.

 

 

 

Wellness Pilates
Jun 11 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us this summer at the Wellness Centre for a series of six Pilates sessions for all ages and levels. Energize your body and boost your mental health through the precise movements and breathing techniques of Pilates.

By targeting core muscle strength, Pilates enhances flexibility and promotes proper posture. It’s a great option for yoga enthusiasts seeking a more intense core workout.

Certified instructor Alexandra P. Julien will guide you in adapting the exercises to your ability. Alexandra became a Pilates Matwork teacher in 2015 at the Body Control Pilates school in London, England. She now teaches Pilates classes at LOVJOY Pilates, her own studio in Québec City.

  • Please bring a bottle of water with you.
  • We will provide you with a mat.

Space is limited to a maximum of 12 participants.

Pay before May 12 to register for the summer 2024 sessions.
($30 for all six classes)

  • The “Add to Cart” button above will open a new window in PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account, you do not need to open one. Simply click the grey “Check Out” button and then enter your credit card information.
  • On your bank or credit card statement, the merchant name will appear as: JEFF WEJHCA or JEFF COMM PARTNERS.

Questions?

For more information about our Wellness Pilates, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator: 418-684-5333, ext. 11932, or vjordan@jhpartners.net.

Jun
12
Wed
2024
The Archive of Missing Things – Morrin Centre
Jun 12 – Jun 16 all day

Come experience The Archive of Missing Things, part live performance and part contemplative game, in the Morrin Centre’s exquisite Victorian library. Equipped with an iPad and a headset, you’ll explore a maze-like archive in search of the secret at its centre, guided by clues in a live performance happening discreetly around you. Created by Halifax’s acclaimed Zuppa Theatre with award-winning writer Kate Cayley, this performance, alongside a digital book and game, presents a mystery that is beautiful, wistful… and sometimes even a little eerie.

This project is made possible thanks to the support of the Canada Council for the Arts, Arts Nova Scotia, and Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec.

*Please visit the Morrin Centre Website for times and more information: https://www.morrin.org/en/archive-of-missing-things/?mc_cid=0712a66ce4&mc_eid=783d4e7481

Demystifying the Role of the Pharmacist
Jun 12 @ 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Pharmacists play a pivotal role in our healthcare system. Join Marysa Buteau, pharmacist, as she educates us on the role of the pharmacist and how to prepare for a consultation. Discover the breadth of responsibilities pharmacists undertake beyond dispensing medication and how to make the most out of your interactions with them. Please note that no advice specific to your state of health will be offered.

This information session will be interactive, so bring your questions, concerns, and curiosity!

Everyone must register. 

Register here to join online OR fill up this form to attend in-person at the Wellness Centre.

 

LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Jun 12 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Jun
13
Thu
2024
Out & About – Jardin universitaire Roger-Van den Hende
Jun 13 @ 10:00 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!

**This week join us for a visit to the beautiful Jardin universitaire Roger-Van den Hende at Universty Laval. Please contact Maria Hoyt (418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca) for more information or to sign-up for transportation.

 

 

 

Prenatal Information Meetings
Jun 13 @ 6:30 PM – 8:45 PM

Birthing a child is an historic family occasion. It can be a very emotional, awesome and even stressful time for parents-to-be. The Wellness Centre is here to support you, especially in this unusual time.  Pandemic or not, everyone needs to be ready for baby’s arrival.

Get ready for birth by attending four Prenatal Information Meetings given by the perinatal team from Jeffery Hale Community Services.

Due to COVID-19 and the most recent government measures that will be in place, it is yet to be decided if the meetings will take place online or in person, or both.   The decision will be taken one month prior to the meetings.

For more details and to register for these meetings, please visit the webpage of Jeffery Hale Community Services.

Jun
15
Sat
2024
Park Meet-up
Jun 15 @ 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

 

Jun
18
Tue
2024
Brain Power Drop-In
Jun 18 @ 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 – Jardin universitaire Roger-Van den Hende
Jun 18 @ 10:00 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!

**This week join us for a visit to the beautiful Jardin universitaire Roger-Van den Hende at Universty Laval. Please contact Maria Hoyt (418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca) for more information or to sign-up for transportation.

 

 

 

Wellness Pilates
Jun 18 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us this summer at the Wellness Centre for a series of six Pilates sessions for all ages and levels. Energize your body and boost your mental health through the precise movements and breathing techniques of Pilates.

By targeting core muscle strength, Pilates enhances flexibility and promotes proper posture. It’s a great option for yoga enthusiasts seeking a more intense core workout.

Certified instructor Alexandra P. Julien will guide you in adapting the exercises to your ability. Alexandra became a Pilates Matwork teacher in 2015 at the Body Control Pilates school in London, England. She now teaches Pilates classes at LOVJOY Pilates, her own studio in Québec City.

  • Please bring a bottle of water with you.
  • We will provide you with a mat.

Space is limited to a maximum of 12 participants.

Pay before May 12 to register for the summer 2024 sessions.
($30 for all six classes)

  • The “Add to Cart” button above will open a new window in PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account, you do not need to open one. Simply click the grey “Check Out” button and then enter your credit card information.
  • On your bank or credit card statement, the merchant name will appear as: JEFF WEJHCA or JEFF COMM PARTNERS.

Questions?

For more information about our Wellness Pilates, please contact Verity, WE Mind Mental Health Program Coordinator: 418-684-5333, ext. 11932, or vjordan@jhpartners.net.

Jun
19
Wed
2024
User rights and filing complaints in the health system
Jun 19 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Part of the SHARP series, join this Zoom presentation by Jean-Philippe Payment, the Service Quality and Complaints Commissioner at the CIUSSS West-Central Montreal.

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
Jun 19 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Jun
20
Thu
2024
Prenatal Information Meetings
Jun 20 @ 6:30 PM – 8:45 PM

Birthing a child is an historic family occasion. It can be a very emotional, awesome and even stressful time for parents-to-be. The Wellness Centre is here to support you, especially in this unusual time.  Pandemic or not, everyone needs to be ready for baby’s arrival.

Get ready for birth by attending four Prenatal Information Meetings given by the perinatal team from Jeffery Hale Community Services.

Due to COVID-19 and the most recent government measures that will be in place, it is yet to be decided if the meetings will take place online or in person, or both.   The decision will be taken one month prior to the meetings.

For more details and to register for these meetings, please visit the webpage of Jeffery Hale Community Services.

Jun
22
Sat
2024
Park Meet-up
Jun 22 @ 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

 

Jun
26
Wed
2024
LOCAL VOCALS – English Language Singing Ensemble
Jun 26 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Baseball Game, OPEN TO ALL
Jun 26 @ 6:15 PM – 9:30 PM

BASEBALL GAME OPEN TO ALL!!!

 

A New(comers’) Experience—On June 26th, VEQ is taking Newcomers to a Les Capitales baseball game. Start warming up your throats and practicing your supporting chant for the home team!

To join in the fun:

Registrations are required, as we have 20 tickets that were donated by Les Capitales. If you can no longer participate, please let us know so someone else can take advantage of this generous donation.

We will meet outside the CANAC stadium, at 6:00 p.m.

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

Jun
28
Fri
2024
VEQ’s Game Night, open to all
Jun 28 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Don’t miss the next VEQ Game Night on Friday, June 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!

 

 

Jun
29
Sat
2024
Park Meet-up
Jun 29 @ 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

 

Buddy Up: BBQ
Jun 29 @ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Join us for a fantastic time of grilling and camaraderie at the Buddy Up BBQ! This event is the perfect opportunity for men in the English-speaking community to come together, connect, share some laughs and enjoy good food in great company.  Showcase your grilling skills or simply enjoy the summer with new and old friends alike.

We’ll provide the BBQ and you bring your favorite food and drinks.

What to bring:

  • Your own food (meats, veggies, sides—whatever you love to grill)
  • Your preferred beverages
  • A camping chair to sit on

Guys, mark your calendars and we’ll see you at the Gatehouse!

Street parking is available in the area.

Questions?

For more information about the Buddy Up BBQ, please contact Jarryd by email or phone at418-570-7953.

Jul
2
Tue
2024
Photography and Creative Writing for Youth
Jul 2 @ 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

If you’re aged between 14-16 years old, join us at the Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale for five weeks this summer for fun workshops focusing on photography and creative writing in collaboration with LOVE (Québec).

Develop new photography skills during the photography workshops!  LOVE will bring semi-professional cameras and teach participants how to use them through various kinds of photography (portraiture, close up, black and white, etc.).

The creative writing and group discussion workshops will highlight various social topics such as diversity and inclusion, social standards and media safety (to name a few!) with the intention of reflecting on how these social aspects affect the participants, and their peers, on a daily basis.

There will also be time for sharing personal stories and developing active listening skills during these workshops.

Registration required.  Participants are requested to attend all five sessions.

Register here.

Questions?

For more information about these Photography and Creative Writing for Youth workshops, please contact Verity, Youth Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


LOVE (Québec) is a non-profit organization that supports youth to thrive through programs and healthy relationships that build emotional intelligence and help overcome the challenges they face.  Participants emerge from LOVE’s programs with greater resilience, heightened skills, and the confidence to be inspirational leaders.


Jul
3
Wed
2024
Out & About – Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers Wesley
Jul 3 @ 12:00 PM – 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 wonderful concert at the Chalmers Wesley United Church at noon from Duo Fleur d’Ange: Angelina Lynne (soprano) & Yu-Fen Liu (harp). This concert is free! Please contact Maria to register and discuss transportation options 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca

 

 

 

Jul
4
Thu
2024
Out & About – Monastère des Augustines
Jul 4 @ 12:30 PM – 3:30 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 visit to the historical museum at the Augustines Monastery. Entry to the museum is $13. Please contact Maria Hoyt (418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca) for more information or to sign-up for transportation.

 

 

 

Pages in History: A Book History Workshop
Jul 4 @ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Tour some highlights from the LHSQ collection of books, all while learning about book history and culture in Quebec City.

In celebration of the Literary and Historical Society of Quebec’s 200th anniversary, join library staff to explore a selection of books from our special collections. The materiality of books reveals much about the past: from how a book is bound to marginalia and various markings on a book.

To sign up for this workshop, please write to library@morrin.org

Jul
6
Sat
2024
Park Meet-up
Jul 6 @ 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

 

Jul
9
Tue
2024
Out & About – Monastère des Augustines
Jul 9 @ 10:00 AM – 1:30 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 visit to the historical museum at the Augustines Monastery. Entry to the museum is $13. Please contact Maria Hoyt (418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca) for more information or to sign-up for transportation.

 

 

 

Photography and Creative Writing for Youth
Jul 9 @ 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

If you’re aged between 14-16 years old, join us at the Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale for five weeks this summer for fun workshops focusing on photography and creative writing in collaboration with LOVE (Québec).

Develop new photography skills during the photography workshops!  LOVE will bring semi-professional cameras and teach participants how to use them through various kinds of photography (portraiture, close up, black and white, etc.).

The creative writing and group discussion workshops will highlight various social topics such as diversity and inclusion, social standards and media safety (to name a few!) with the intention of reflecting on how these social aspects affect the participants, and their peers, on a daily basis.

There will also be time for sharing personal stories and developing active listening skills during these workshops.

Registration required.  Participants are requested to attend all five sessions.

Register here.

Questions?

For more information about these Photography and Creative Writing for Youth workshops, please contact Verity, Youth Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


LOVE (Québec) is a non-profit organization that supports youth to thrive through programs and healthy relationships that build emotional intelligence and help overcome the challenges they face.  Participants emerge from LOVE’s programs with greater resilience, heightened skills, and the confidence to be inspirational leaders.


Jul
11
Thu
2024
*POSTPONED: Out & About – Quai Paquet
Jul 11 @ 10:00 AM – 2:30 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!

**Due to the ferry strike, this outing will be postponed to THURSDAY, JULY 18.

This week join us for a ferry ride across the St. Lawrence River to Lévis to enjoy the view of Québec City from Quai Paquet. You can choose to eat lunch on your own, at a food truck, or at a local restaurant.

Food trucks available: Chocolats Favoris, Poissonnerie Némeau

Please contact Maria to register and discuss transportation options 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca

 

 

 

Jul
13
Sat
2024
Park Meet-up
Jul 13 @ 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

 

Jul
16
Tue
2024
Out & About – Quai Paquet
Jul 16 @ 10:00 AM – 2:30 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 ferry ride across the St. Lawrence River to Lévis to enjoy the view of Québec City from Quai Paquet. You can choose to eat lunch on your own, at a food truck, or at a local restaurant.

Food trucks available: Chocolats Favoris, Poissonnerie Némeau

Please contact Maria to register and discuss transportation options 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca

 

 

 

Photography and Creative Writing for Youth
Jul 16 @ 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

If you’re aged between 14-16 years old, join us at the Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale for five weeks this summer for fun workshops focusing on photography and creative writing in collaboration with LOVE (Québec).

Develop new photography skills during the photography workshops!  LOVE will bring semi-professional cameras and teach participants how to use them through various kinds of photography (portraiture, close up, black and white, etc.).

The creative writing and group discussion workshops will highlight various social topics such as diversity and inclusion, social standards and media safety (to name a few!) with the intention of reflecting on how these social aspects affect the participants, and their peers, on a daily basis.

There will also be time for sharing personal stories and developing active listening skills during these workshops.

Registration required.  Participants are requested to attend all five sessions.

Register here.

Questions?

For more information about these Photography and Creative Writing for Youth workshops, please contact Verity, Youth Program Coordinator, by email or phone at 418-684-5333, ext. 11932.


LOVE (Québec) is a non-profit organization that supports youth to thrive through programs and healthy relationships that build emotional intelligence and help overcome the challenges they face.  Participants emerge from LOVE’s programs with greater resilience, heightened skills, and the confidence to be inspirational leaders.


Jul
17
Wed
2024
“Brain Power- Drop-In” (Shannon)
Jul 17 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

“Brain Power – Drop-In” (Shannon)

Wednesday, July 17th (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!

Next “Brain-Power” sessions:

  • Wed. July 31st (10:00-noon)
  • Wed. August 14th (10:00-noon)

For more information or to register, please contact Dominique at 418-683-2366 x 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca

Out & About – Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers Wesley
Jul 17 @ 12:00 PM – 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 wonderful concert at the Chalmers Wesley United Church at noon from Alan Stairs & Yves Michaud of the 78th Fraser Highlanders (pipes and drums). This concert is free! Please contact Maria to register and discuss transportation options 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca

 

 

 

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