When you visit the immense territory of Côte-Nord, on the north shore of the St. Lawrence, you’ll notice that many place names have an exotic ring. This is because they derive from Innu-aimun, the language spoken by the Innu people. Seven of the nine Innu communities in Québec are found in Côte-Nord.
Read MoreWhen you visit Gaspésie, you’ll notice that some places have unique names based on Mi’gmaq words. The Mi’gmaq people historically referred to themselves as L’nu (or Lnu); the term Mi’gmaq (or Mi’kmaq) means “the family” or “my allies/friends.” Discover this fascinating people and their contribution to contemporary Gaspésie.
Read MoreWhile driving in Bas-Saint-Laurent, you’ll notice many elements that recall the ancestral presence of First Nations peoples in this region. From the names of villages and rivers to legends and tourist attractions, the Wolastoqiyik people significantly contributed to what Bas-Saint-Laurent is today.
Read MoreEvery winter, hundreds of thousands of whitecoats are born on the sea ice found in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. But what is a whitecoat? Can these creatures be observed in the maritime regions of Québec? Keep reading for the answers to these questions and more.
Read MoreBefore I came to Québec for the first time, I’d made a list of all the things I wanted to do during my year of study in Matane, in Gaspésie. I was very impressed by the variety of wildlife found on this territory. What I didn’t anticipate was the awe I would feel seeing these animals.
Read MoreAre you starting to plan your vacation to the Îles de la Madeleine? Read on to find out everything you need to know to ensure a memorable trip to the Islands.
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