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Black History Month: Celebrating Heritage and Promoting Inclusion
Every year in February, Black History Month provides an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the major contributions of Black individuals to the history, culture, and development of our societies. The month serves as a vital reminder of the ongoing struggle against racism and discrimination, while highlighting the past and present achievements that continue to shape […]
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Global Music Streaming Hits 5.1 Trillion Plays in 2025
Audio streaming platforms recorded 5.1 trillion streams worldwide in 2025, marking a 9.6% increase according to the annual report by U.S. data firm Luminate. The data highlights a shifting landscape for the music industry: International Growth: Streams outside the United States rose by 11.6%, reaching 3.7 trillion. U.S. Market Trends: While the U.S. remains a […]
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FQSA Welcomes New Home Support Policy
The Fédération québécoise des Sociétés Alzheimer (FQSA) welcomes the tabling of the “Mieux chez soi” home support policy, as well as announcements regarding the program’s evolution toward a Home Autonomy Allowance. According to the organization, these directions represent a significant step forward for the aging-in-place of vulnerable individuals and for better recognition of the role […]
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Free Lecture for Suicide Awareness Week
As part of Suicide Prevention and Life Promotion Week, the public is invited to attend the free lecture Journey of a Fighter on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., at the Agora of the Maison du Citoyen, 25 Laurier Street, in the Hull sector. The event will feature Étienne Boulay, former Canadian Football League […]
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Sieur-de-Coulonge Secondary School to Soon Host the Traveling Museum
Sieur-de-Coulonge Secondary School will welcome the Traveling Museum at the end of February as part of an artistic and cultural project carried out in collaboration with students. On Thursday, February 26, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., a community evening open to the public will be held in the school’s media library. Admission is free. […]
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Outaouais BIBLIO Network Libraries Turn on the Charm All February!
In February, love is in the air! Under the theme “February: Month of Favorites”, users of the Outaouais BIBLIO Network libraries can discover the staff’s personal favorites through stickers placed on selected items throughout each library’s collection during the month. This campaign not only highlights a special moment in the year but also encourages closer […]
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Well-being, Outdoor Activities and Family Programming at Coulonge Falls Park
Coulonge Falls Park is enjoying a beautiful winter season and is inviting the community to reconnect with nature through a winter program focused on well-being, outdoor activities, and community connection. Throughout the winter, visitors can take part in a variety of activities, including wellness retreats at the falls, yoga sessions, snowshoe outings, and yurt rentals, […]
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National Eating Disorders Awareness Week
Eating Disorders Awareness Week is an important event in Quebec, aimed at informing the public, breaking taboos, and encouraging those affected to seek help. Eating disorders, such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder, are serious mental illnesses that can affect people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. In Quebec, it is estimated that around […]
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Teacher Appreciation Week (February 1–7)
Teacher Appreciation Week is an important annual celebration in Quebec that recognizes and highlights the essential role teachers play in students’ academic success and in the development of society. This tradition has existed since 1994 and gives the school community, families, and the general public an opportunity to say thank you to the educators who […]
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A Snowmobile Accident Claims One Life in Mansfield
A man lost his life last night in a snowmobile accident on Lac-Jim Road, in the Mansfield-et-Pontefract area. According to preliminary information from the Sûreté du Québec (SQ), a head-on collision between two snowmobiles occurred around 11:30 p.m. Thursday evening. The impact was so severe that one of the drivers died at the scene from […]
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