10- Quebec City                              

Country Canada

Province Quebec

Founded: July 3, 1608

Population:

167,264 (1996)

509,955 (2001)

525,376 (2006)

Quebec City at a Glance

• Founded in 1608 by Samuel de Champlain
• Cradle of French civilization in North America
• Capital city of a province of 7.5 million people
• A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985
• Seat of the province’s National Assembly
• 9,000 km2 in area
• 250 km northeast of Montréal
• Population 632,000 (Greater Québec City Area)
• 99% of visitors are happy or very happy with the warm Québec welcome

Quebec City (Ville de Québec) is the capital of the Canadian province of Quebec and is one of the oldest cities in Canada. Over the course of its history, Quebec City has served as a capital, a fortress, a seaport, a religious center, a city of knowledge, and the cradle of French civilization in North America. Known worldwide for its rich history and heritage, it is also a modern and dynamic city. Its economic and cultural strength has fostered ties with major cities around the world and promote partnerships with other cities around the world, and its ties abroad help attract many international events.

World Heritage City   

In December 1985, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) added the historic district of Old Québec City to its prestigious World Heritage List. Québec City became the only city in North America outside Mexico to receive this honor.

UNESCO added Québec City to the list in recognition of its universal value and exceptional appeal. The historic district of Old Québec City is the cradle of French civilization in North America and, through its architecture, shows evidence of the role it has played as a capital city under French, British, and Canadian rule.

An impregnable bastion for nearly three centuries, Québec City has preserved the main components of its old defense system. Today, it is the only city in North America surrounded by authentic fortifications.

International Center

A remarkable cultural and geographic crossroads, Québec has a unique and special role to play internationally. To promote and reap the benefits of Québec City's know-how and the sectors in which it excels, municipal authorities created the city's Commissariat aux relations internationales (CRI) on March 1, 2003.

CRI is responsible for strengthening the key role international relations play in the development of the city. It provides a link between municipal authorities and the main socioeconomic partners and leaders in the community in order to define the issues and to ensure the city’s progress in matters of international relations and immigration.

Commissariat aux relations internationales

2, rue des Jardins, bureau SS119
C. P. 700, Haute-Ville
(Québec) G1R 4S9
Canada
Phone : 418 641-6188
Fax : 418 641-6437

Email : relationsinternationales@ville.quebec.qc.ca

Quebec City statistics [Statistics Canada]

Quebec City statistics [Ville de Québec]

History of Quebec City

Symbols of Identity

          

Motto

The motto “Don de Dieu feray valoir” [I shall put the gift of God to good use] pays homage to the Christian faith, symbolizing the spiritual, moral, and social values of Québec City’s courageous and industrious residents. It also represents the city’s hopes and dreams, which are rooted in its very foundation.

Quebec City and Area (Photos & Videos)

Quebec photos [Bonjourquebec]

Quebec video clips [Bonjourquebec]

Quebec City Photo Gallery [world66]

In Quebec City picture galleries

1- Château Frontenac

2- Quebec Fortifications

3- Quebec Citadel

4- Plains of Abraham Battlefield Park

5- Museum of French America

6- Quebec National Museum of Fine Arts

7- Capital Observatory

8- Dufferin Terrace

9- Parc Aquarium du Québec

10- Pierre Laporte Bridge

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9- Granby                                                                                                                                                                                                        

Country  Canada

Province Quebec

 

Population

43,316 (1996)

47,637 (2006)

The city of Granby boasts a desirable location south of the St. Lawrence River and 60 km (42 mi) east of Montreal, Quebec. The surrounding Granby Township area was officially incorporated in 2007, based on a referendum from the residents. The city's proximity to major urban centres like Montreal and Ottawa result in a buzzing small town ambiance.

Culture runs rampant, with important events like the Mascot Festival in July. The Granby Song Festival attracts the creative tourists and artists every September, with prize money for the various creative competitions with former winners becoming prominent Canadian artists like Jean Leloup. True to its French roots, Granby is among the only places outside France that celebrates the Giant Omelette Get-Together, an event where thousands of eggs are used to cook a massive omelette to be shared among the townspeople. This tradition stems back to Napoleon and his demand for a giant omelette to feed the troops.

 In addition to its industrial contributions of textile, lumber, tobacco and dairy products, Granby offers a solid basis for tourism, with the world-renowned Granby Zoo. Founded in 1953 by the acting mayor, this zoo features a thousand animals and receives half a million visitors yearly. Adjacent to the zoo is the Amazoo Water Park with a river, waterfalls, wave pools and a man-made beach. Granby's warm, temperate climate makes it a great place to play a game of golf with several posh golf courses located in town. The Autodrome de Granby is another major attraction and those with a need for speed can explore the half mile stretch of glorious dirt track. Outdoor enthusiasts will want to stop at Lake Boivin for a fun, enlightening experience. The lake boasts a Nature Interpretation Centre, with informative displays and environmental stewardship seminars. (website)

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City of Granby official website  lots of interesting information about Granby can be found on this website.

Job offers/Job opportunities (Offres d'emploi)

Official statistics

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Population trend

(+) Amalgamation of the City and the Township of Granby on January 1, 2007.

Mother tongue language (2006)

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Granby Industrial Park

Granby Industrial Park is a preferred location for companies wishing to settle in the area. The fiber optic broadband will be available from summer 2011. Here are some key data about the park:

• Location and access: Highway 139, Highway 10, exit 68 at 1 km
• Total area: 627 hectares (1550 acres)
• Available area: 96 hectares (238 acres)
• Price: $ 0.50 / ft. car - or - $ 5.40 / m2
• Topography: flat region
• Bearing Capacity: 12 200 à 58 580 kg/m2 (2500 to 12 000 lbs/pi2)
• Aqueduct: Capacity: 36 364 m3/jr (9.6 million gal / day) Pipe size: 35 cm to 45 cm (14 "to 18")
• Sewers: Sanitary sewer lines 25 cm to 37.5 cm (10 "to 15") storm drains: from 37.5 cm to 195 cm (15 "to 78") Capacity: 53 000 m3/jr (14 million gal / day)
• Three-phase power grid at 25 kV to connect to:
• loads in medium voltage to 14.4 kV or 25 kV;
• loads at low voltage 347/600 V or 120/240 V;
• Services:
• Natural gas
• All services are free brought the city to the property line

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Mascot Festival in July  (Fête des Mascottes et des Personnages Animés)

A five-day, fun-filled celebration with family activities. Several mascots, a parade, shows and many events are scheduled for downtown Granby! The site is located on rue Principale and runs between the intersections of Saint-Hubert and Dufferin. (Photos)

The Granby Song Festival (Festival international de la chanson de Granby)

Granby is the host of the yearly "Festival de la chanson de Granby" ("Granby Song Festival") in which many well-known artists, such as Jean Leloup and Luc Delarochelière, have first gained public exposure. (Read more about on The Encyclopedia of Music in Canada)

Giant Omelette Get-Together, An omelette for everyone!

Each year on June 24 (Québec's National Holiday), chefs from seven French-speaking cities gather to create a giant omelette. The following cities are part of the get-together: Bessières, Fréjus, Malmedy, Dumbéa, Abbeville, Granby and Pigue. Overall, six countries participate in this popular event.

Granby International Classic Car Exhibition (Granby International des voitures anciennes) site Internet officiel

 

Granby Zoo and Amazoo Water Park

525 Saint-Hubert Street
Highway 10, exit 68 or 74
Granby, Quebec

Granby Zoo invites visitors to come walk along the zoo's paths from which they can observe 1,000 animals, including 200 exotic species, such as elephants, giraffe, gorillas and tigers. There are also some twenty presentations given by guides and naturalists.

Don't forget to try the new rides, which include a roller coaster and the pirogue. And Granby Zoo's Amazoo Yoplait Water Park is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year with an all new aquatic adventure for the whole family.

The Granby Zoo is part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and considered as one of the best in world. A half million people pass through its gates every year. [quebecmusts.com]

 

 

Lake Boivin and Nature Interpretation Centre (Centre d'interprétation de la nature du lac Boivin (C.I.N.L.B.)) (Photos)

la liste des parcs de la ville de Granby

Cityscape & Urban photos

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8- Gatineau

 

Located in:

Québec, Canada

 

Population:

100,702 (1996)

242,124 (2006)

Gatineau, located just north of the city of Ottawa, Ontario, is the site of one of Canada’s largest pulp and paper mills, established in 1927. Building materials and alcohol are also produced here. Gatineau Provincial Park is adjacent to the city. [Encarta encyclopedia]

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Read more about Gatineau on Wikipedia.

 Official statistics on Gatineau.

City of Gatineau official website.

 Gatineau at a glance

I recommend reading this part first which gives useful general information. I liked it. I would choose to settle in Gatineau if there were opportunities for me to work there.

 

The article identifies Gatineau as the fourth largest agglomeration in Canada after Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver with the following distinguishing features:

The best place to live in Canada, based on its air quality, prosperity, purchasing power, cost of housing and crime rate.

Lowest cost of living of all major North American cities according to Wikitravel web site.

63% of its inhabitants speak both official languages, making it the most bilingual city in Canada.

Gatineau has 7000 businesses within its territory, 1800 of which are in the high tech sector.

There are 15 industrial parks within Gatineau, covering a total surface area of 1740 hectares.

The Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival is the Canada's largest, and the world's fifth largest.

The Canadian Museum of Civilization, which is located in Gatineau, is the most visited museum in Canada.

Gatineau is the first Canadian city to adopt the urban village approach for planning and managing its residents' living environments.

The proximity of nature throughout the Gatineau territory is a unique feature that Gatineau's residents value highly.

Gatineau has close to 200 km of safe recreational pathways for safe rolling and walking.

 Immigration and cultural diversity

What is an Urban Village?

Wikipedia defines Urban Villages as:

Urban villages are seen to provide an alternative to recent patterns of urban development in many cities, especially decentralization and urban sprawl. They are generally purported to:

Reduce car reliance and promote cycling, walking and transit use.

Provide a high level of self containment (people working, recreating and living in the same area)

Help facilitate strong community institutions and interaction.

Gatineau City

In order to see photos of Gatineau City, Gatineau Provincial Park and Canadian Museum of Civilization please click on the link at the lower right corner of this section.

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