Marie-Josephte Corriveau was executed for murder in 1763. An iron cage and generations of storytelling transformed her into the supernatural legend La Corriveau.Continue Reading: Who Was La Corriveau? The History Behind Quebec’s Legend
Learn who the Filles du Roi were, why they came to New France, how the program worked, and how to explore their legacy in Quebec today.Continue Reading: The Filles du Roi and Their Role in Quebec History
Learn about Poisson d’Avril in Quebec, the April 1 paper-fish prank, how children celebrate it, and why popular origin stories should be treated cautiously.Continue Reading: Quebec’s Poisson d’Avril April Fish Tradition
French-Canadian loup-garou stories mixed werewolves, religion and community warnings. The details changed with every region—and often with every storyteller.Continue Reading: Werewolves in French-Canadian Folklore
A historical archive of reactions in Quebec City during the first COVID-19 shutdowns in March 2020, preserved with clear context and no current advice.Continue Reading: Quebec City at the Start of COVID-19 March 2020 Archive
Plan a visit to Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral with current hours, museum and crypt closure information, history, visitor etiquette and nearby Old Quebec sights.Continue Reading: Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral Visitor Guide
Visit Notre-Dame-des-Victoires in Place Royale with a practical guide to its 1688 origins, historic interior, access, nearby Lower Town sights and how long to allow.Continue Reading: Notre-Dame-des-Victoires Church in Quebec City