Vive le Quebec!
…Libre.
Quebec 2017 !
Recently (April actually), I went on a trip to Quebec (Ottawa and Montreal) with my school! And realising how much I love to watch travel vlogs, I decided to make one so I could share my trip with you guys! There isn’t any speaking in this because I hate hearing my recorded voice, so this…
My Tour of Montreal
My school is at Montreal for the SSUNS Model UN competition. On Wednesday, we had about a 7 hour long tour of the city of Montreal. I am completely in love with the city. Not only is it a lovely sight but the history that surrounds every part of the city is quite captivating. The art works found on the crook…
Taste of Calgary 2015: Bringing worldly flavours to YYC streets
Over the summer, I made a goal to hit as many festivals and events downtown as possible. Some, I was able to volunteer at (Reggaefest, Fiestaval, or Opera in the Village, anyone?) and others, such as Canada Day and the Lilac Fest, I spent the day as a patron instead. One that really stood out to me…
Disenfranchised in Quebec
In the wake of the Liberal landslide of yesterday’s provincial election, as it turns out, not everyone was able to exercise their right to vote–enough to spark one person to create the Disenfranchised in Quebec blog, and other’s harrowing stories made the news. Most notably were five McGill students whom, even after providing utility bills…
Exploring the two solitudes
Returning from a recent trip from Montreal, it often interests me how diverse and massive Canada truly is. When former Governor-General Michelle Jean mentioned Canada having two solitudes, never would I have thought that the two regions of Quebec and the Rest of Canada would be so distinct. Entering La Belle Province was almost as…
CHARTER OF QUEBEC VALUES Part IV: Le Débat Public
On Saturday, September 14th 2013, a protest was held in Montreal to express their opposition to the proposed Charter of Quebec Values. The protest was pan-religious and featured people of different religious backgrounds. Though the Quebec Charter will be officially debated in the Quebec National Assembly, many Quebecois and Canadians expressed already expressed their views…
CHARTER OF QUEBEC VALUES Part III: Les Minorités Religieuses du Québec
http://youtu.be/Ni6W0bZlrdY Like most immigrant Canadians would often say when moving to Canada, they come here for freedom. Freedoms that their native country just doesn’t have. Here in Canada they find new livelihoods and in most situations, often feel more Canadian than their cultural background. Just like most major Canadian cities, Montreal has become a symbol…
CHARTER OF QUEBEC VALUES Part II: L’Heritage du Québec
With the proposed Charter of Quebec Values, many ask why would such a Charter be needed in Quebec or Canada for that matter. Our government promotes cultural identity and religious identity as something each individual is entitled to, but some say that the Charter totally goes against that sacred right. The history of Quebec could…
Walk the streets of Montreal through photography
“To photograph is to hold one’s breath, when all faculties converge to capture fleeting reality.” – Henri Cartier-Bresson Why taking pictures is a crime Tourists gather under the magnificent structure in the light drizzle, heads tilting upward, staring at the little screens held tightly in their hands; a few already snapping away the moment: they…
CHARTER OF QUEBEC VALUES Part I: La Charte des Valeurs Québécoises.
http://youtu.be/JbVXHGmnlvw New legislative action in La Belle Province could cause another rift and alienation within Canadian society. The Charter of Quebec Values is a planned charter by the current Parti Québécois government. A similar situation occurred in the beginning of the summer. With the Premier’s blessing, the Quebec soccer authority banned turbans from all official soccer…
Explore: a French Immersion Summer Program
So…it’s summer! What do have planned? Going on vacation? Summer school? In July, I’m off to Saint-Jean University in La Pocatière, Quebec for a full French immersion program called Explore. Explore is a five-week, French-language bursary summer program that allows you to: 1. Discover and learn French in a new region of Canada (usually Quebec)…
In Quebec – The Strike!
I am sure none of you are unaware of what’s going on in the east side of the country. Strikes! One of the largest student organizations of students in Quebec, CLASSE, has been in the streets since March. These Québécois students are angry about the tuition fee hike. CLASSE, one of the biggest student groups…
3 phrases you need to know in any language
Traveling anytime soon? I’m fairly certain that you will sooner or later explore an unknown and far away land where you don’t know the language! (You’re there to experience the new and beautiful culture, places, entertainment, festivals and… nice looking people) My one-month trip to the impressively arts-based and adventurous Montreal, Quebec on my lonesome…
Photo of the Day: Five year anniversary of the Dawson College shooting
Although this wasn’t as tragic as 9/11, and there wasn’t a high death count. It’s still sad to see events like this happen, especially here in Canada.