Author: Clint Curtis

Does Quebec Celebrate Bastille Day?

Held annually on 24 June, the Fête nationale du Québec (formerly known as Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day) has been a statutory holiday in Québec since 1925. Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day has been celebrated in North America since the early days of New France. Fête nationale du Québec (Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day) Published Online July 12, 2009 Last Edited November 22, 2016 […]

What Is The Oldest Church In Quebec?

Notre-Dame de Québec. It is the oldest church in Canada and was the first church in Canada to be elevated to the rank of minor basilica, by Pope Pius IX in 1874. Cathedral-Basilica of Notre-Dame de Québec. Notre-Dame de Québec Location 16, rue de Buade Quebec City, Quebec G1R 4A1 Country Canada Denomination Roman Catholic […]

Does Quebec Have Their Own Police Force?

Provincial Level The provinces of Ontario and Quebec have their own police forces: The Ontario Provincial Police is composed of a Commissioner, Strategic Services, Corporate Services, Field and Traffic Services and Investigations/Organized Crime. Does Québec have its own police force? The Ontario Provincial Police and Sûreté du Québec provide provincial police services to Ontario and […]

Where Can I Find Rainbow Trout In Newfoundland?

Rainbow trout waters include a group of ponds and connecting streams in the Bauline, Portugal Cove, Torbay and Green’s Harbour areas. Season dates vary for scheduled and unscheduled rainbow trout waters as outlined. Is there rainbow trout in Newfoundland? Unlike other trout found in Newfoundland, rainbows spawn in the spring. Preferred spawning sites are fine […]

How Many Walmarts Are In Quebec?

Walmart Canada in Quebec Walmart has 71 stores and more than 14,500 associates in Quebec. What is Walmart called in Quebec? Le MagasinWalmartIn Quebec, Walmart could be known one day as Le MagasinWalmart (The Walmart Store). Is Walmart closing in Quebec? Wal-Mart Canada is closing its store in Jonquiere, Que., the company announced Wednesday – […]

Can You Camp On Crown Land In Quebec?

Camping. Camping is permitted on some parts of public land without the need to obtain permission. It is an activity of temporary residence and the equipment used must have been designed for this purpose. Where can I camp for free in Québec? Best Free Campsites in Quebec Gaspe, QC, Canada. Cap des Rosiers Rest Area. […]