Everything You Need to Know to Plan a Trip to Côte-Nord
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Are you starting to plan a vacation to Côte-Nord, Québec? Read on to find out everything you need to know to ensure your trip is a memorable one!
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First Nations People in Côte-Nord: Meet the Innu
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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 MoreFirst Nations People in Gaspésie: Meet the Mi’gmaq
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When 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 MoreFirst Nations People in Bas-Saint-Laurent: Meet the Wolastoqiyik
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While 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 MoreWhat You Need to Know about Whitecoats (Seal Pups)
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Every winter, hundreds of thousands of whitecoats are born on the ice surrounding the Îles de la Madeleine. But what is a whitecoat? How and when can you observe these animals? Keep reading for the answers to these questions and more.
Read MoreWildlife Observation in the Maritime Regions of Québec
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Before 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 MoreEverything You Need to Know to Plan a Trip to the Îles de la Madeleine
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Are 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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