Author: Muriel Schmidt

When Was The First Quebec Winter Carnival?

1894. The first Québec Winter Carnival ran from January 29 to February 3, 1894. An ice palace stood proudly before the parliament building. Streets were decorated with ice sculptures and arches adorned with pine boughs. The festival included a masquerade on ice, a canoe race across the frozen St. What is Québec’s oldest winter festival […]

Where Did Anthony Bourdain Go In Quebec?

During the 2013 episode, Bourdain travelled to Quebec, where he sampled local delicacies in Montreal and the province’s capital. He explored ice fishing on the St. Lawrence River and went beaver hunting with two of the province’s most respected chefs/restaurateurs, Dave McMillan and Fred Mortin of Joe Beef. Where did Bourdain go in Quebec City? […]

What Do You Do With Old Tires In Quebec?

In Québec, the provincial eco-centres (recycling centres) will take your used tires. Just find the one nearest you. Which is the proper way of disposing old tires? Take Them to Your Local Recycling Center You can take tires to your household waste recycling center but check with your local council first. There might be a […]

How Much Gas Cost In Quebec?

Provincial Current Averages Alberta 127.5/L Nova Scotia 141.2/L Ontario 133.8/L Prince Edward Island 148.3/L Quebec 145.0/L How much is gas today in Montreal? Montréal, QC Price Station / Location Time /User 145.9 Esso Du Commerce / René Lévesque Mon 18:24 Anonymous 144.9 Esso Cousineau / Chambly Mon 22:00 Anonymous 144.9 Couche-Tard Chambly / Vauquelin Mon […]

Is There Tax On Gas In Quebec?

The fuel tax applies at the current rates to fuel sold in Québec. The rates vary based on: the type of fuel; the region where the fuel is sold. Is gas taxed in Quebec? The Quebec provincial sales tax (QST) applies to all petroleum products at a rate of 9.975%. What is not taxed in […]