Le chum/La blonde These two words correspond to Standard French’s copain or copine. As such, le chum means “boyfriend,” and la blonde means “girlfriend.” How do you say girlfriend in Quebec French? In textbook French, they teach you that a boyfriend is a petit ami and a girlfriend is a petite amie. How do you […]
Category: Quebec
How Do I Get A Quebec Driver’S License?
Steps involved: Register for a Class 5 driving course at a school recognized by the Association québécoise des transports (AQTr). Complete Phase 1 of the driving course. Study the online Driving Course. Pass the knowledge test given by the driving school. Visit a Quebec service outlet to apply for a learner’s licence. How do I […]
What Makes A Contract Legally Binding In Quebec?
A contract is a legally binding agreement between two or more persons for a particular purpose. It is an instrument for the economic exchange of goods and services. In Canada, contract law is administered both in common law and, in Quebec, civil law. Contract Law in Canada. Article by Jean-louis Baudouin Updated by Andrew McIntosh […]
Where Do The Cruise Ships Dock In Quebec City?
Located near the old city, next to the Petit Champlain neighbourhood, the Ross Gaudreault Cruise Terminal is easily accessible by car, foot or public transit. GETTING TO THE WHARF. Address: 84 Rue Dalhousie, Quebec City, QC G1R 4M8. Geographical information: 46.821957, -71.208304. Do cruise ships stop in Quebec City? A port of call, embarkation and […]
What Did The Colonists Do In Response To The Quebec Act?
Many American colonists viewed the act as a measure of coercion. The act was thus a major cause of the American Revolution and helped provoke an invasion of Quebec by the armies of the revolting colonies in the winter of 1775–76. How did Colonist react to the Quebec Act? The Quebec Act was very unpopular […]
Can A Woman Take Her Husband’S Name In Quebec?
In Quebec, the law provides that spouses retain their respective birth names when they are married (Section 393 of the Civil Code). It has therefore not been possible to change your name after a religious or civil marriage since 1981. Can you take your spouses name in Québec? Under the Civil Code of Québec, both […]
How Can I Lower My Hydro Bill In Quebec?
Tips and how-tos During the cold season, reduce the temperature setting of your thermostat by just one degree Celsius: you could save 5% to 7% on your annual heating costs. Take shorter showers. Use water- and energy-saving products. Use your dishwasher efficiently: don’t run it unless it’s full. What uses the most hydro in a […]
Will Natural Gas Be Phased Out In Quebec?
While a legislated drilling ban prevents production, natural gas will stay a consumption mainstay in Quebec through 2030 under a “dual energy” program that includes a subsidy for households that add electric heat appliances to their fossil fuel furnaces. Is Quebec banning natural gas? Led by Denmark and Costa Rica, Quebec is a “core member” […]
Where Does Hydro Quebec Get Its Power?
Almost all of Hydro-Québec’s electricity supply comes from renewable energies generated in Québec, either by Hydro-Québec itself or by independent power producers, as well as from the hydropower generated by Churchill Falls generating station, which is located in Labrador and partly owned by Hydro-Québec. Where does Québec get its electricity? hydroelectric plantsHydro-Québec generates most of […]
What Happens When Someone Dies In Quebec?
Any death occurring in Québec must be declared to the Directeur de l’état civil. The Directeur de l’état civil then prepares the act of death and records the death in the Québec register of civil status. What happens to bank account when someone dies without a will in Québec? If the deceased has not left […]