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  Canada - Encyclopedia.WorldSearch   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Canada is officially bilingual: French is widely spoken in the eastern provinces of Quebec and New Brunswick, in Eastern Ontario and in specific communities throughout Atlantic Canada and the West; English is the majority language elsewhere with the exception of certain communities.
Quebec nationalists refer to that night as The Night of the Long Knives - because it occurred without the consent of the province of Quebec.
The provincial political climate of Quebec is quite different, with the main split being between separatism, represented by the Parti Québécois, and federalism, represented by the Parti Libéral du Québec.
encyclopedia.worldsearch.com /canada.htm   (3959 words)

  
 Quebec apartments - holiday apartments throughout Quebec
Quebec's unique French-Canadian culture sets it apart from the rest of the country, and not just because all the street signs are in French.
A mammoth region in eastern Canada, Quebec is four times the size of France and home to countless different landscapes ranging from the fertile south to the utterly remote northern reaches.
Quebec City's airport, Jean Lesage, is 19km from the city centre, though it's not as large or as often-used as Montreal's.
www.selfcateringhols.com /region-74   (689 words)

  
 Canada ski and snowboard holidays to Quebec City - Frontier Ski - Quebec City
All three are close to Quebec City, one of the most captivating cities in Canada, and blessed with an average of 260 inches of annual snowfall.
The highest ski area east of the Rockies is 60 minutes east of Quebec City and is well worth the journey.
The air holidays and flights shown are ATOL Protected by the Civil Aviation Authority.
www.frontier-travel.co.uk /ski/quebeccity.html   (679 words)

  
 Watson Wyatt Canada-English - Research, Newsletters, Peridocals and Articles
Quebec’s Bill 195, the Act to amend the Supplemental Pension Plans Act, came into effect on April 28, 2005.
It was passed following the March 10, 2005 decision of the Quebec Court of Appeal in Association Provinciale des Retraités d’Hydro-Québec c.
In this case, the QCA held that the consent of retirees is not required when an employer agrees with unions representing a majority of active pension plan members to apply pension plan surplus to benefit improvements and contribution holidays.
www.watsonwyatt.com /canada-english/pubs/Infoflash/2005_05.asp   (234 words)

  
 Quebec travel holidays from CanadaYourWay.com
The Quebec City area is unique and is the cradle of French civilization in North America.
Quebec City is the only walled city in North America and offers a host of historic cites and attractions.
Experience the romance of winter in Quebec as you travel from Montreal to Quebec City by train and overnight at North America's first ice hotel...More.
www.canadayourway.com /cyw/vacpro/QC.html   (2157 words)

  
 WorkRights: Work Time: Statutory holidays   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
The employer must pay an employee the wages for the work done and also provide either (a) holiday pay; or (b) a compensatory holiday of one day, to be taken within 3 weeks before or after the holiday, unless a collective agreement or decree provides for a longer period.
If the holiday falls on a normal work day, the employee is entitled to the average daily wages for the complete pay period preceding the holiday (excluding overtime).
When a general statutory holiday occurs while an employee is on annual vacation, he or she must be provided (a) holiday pay; or (b) a compensatory holiday of one day on a date mutually agreed upon by the employer and employee or fixed by a collective agreement or a decree.
www.workrights.ca /Work+Time/juris/Statutory+holidays_Que.htm   (607 words)

  
 Quebec Farm Holidays, Quebec Guest Ranches, Quebec Farm Vacations, Quebec City, QC Farm Holidays, QC Guest Ranches, QC ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
The Holiday Junction Accommodation Directory is a planning aid for travelers seeking appropriate vacation accommodations.
Holiday Junction is not responsible for the condition of the properties advertised, nor is it responsible for the performance of the property owners, management or staff.
Holiday Junction is a member of the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce.
www.holidayjunction.com /canada/fhpqbyc.html   (145 words)

  
 Quebec Wildlife Viewing and Photo Tours Vacations
Quebec's outfitters offer a full program of outdoor adventure, wildlife viewing, photography, art, culture, and eco-tours throughout Quebec.
Rapid Lake Lodge was founded in 1990 and we believe that we are the best known fly-in lodge in Northern Quebec with all lodging in private cabins and hot shower facilities, all breakfasts lunches and dinners.
Quebec's natural beauty and abundance are country wide.
www.canada-adventures-guide.com /Quebec/nature-tours.html   (439 words)

  
 Quebec Travel Guide - Quebec Holidays - Canada
The huge province of Quebec occupies the eastern part of Canada, with coasts on the North Atlantic, Hudson and James Bays, and the Lawrence Seaway (the major shipping channel of the east coast which cuts through the south of the province).
The major cities of Quebec and Montreal are both situated in the more populated south on the St Lawrence.
For decades the province has been dogged by political battles regarding secession, but currently moves to turn Quebec into a sovereign state have been put on the back-burner in favour of concentrating on economic development.
www.wordtravels.com /Travelguide/Provinces/Quebec   (369 words)

  
 Holiday Traditions | Canada
Traditions: Public parks and buildings across Canada are traditionally lit for the holidays at the same moment: 6:55 on the first Thursday in December.
The waterfront is decorated with thousands of lights and becomes a festive place for the holidays.
Quebec's Christmas rituals end on January 6th with the "Fete du Roi," the Party of the King.
www.msichicago.org /scrapbook/scrapbook_exhibits/catw2004/traditions/countries/canada.html   (398 words)

  
 SAQ liquor strike continues past holidays in Quebec
Montreal - The strike by 3,800 employees of the Quebec liquor board, which began Nov. 19, is continuing into the new year.
Untold millions in liquor taxes and profits were lost by the government over the holiday season, the most lucrative time of the year for sales.
Revenue at each SAQ point of sale in Quebec is about $2.58 million a year on average, 60% less than per-store sales at the Liquor Control Board of Ontario, which has fewer outlets.
www.nupge.ca /news_2005/n05ja05a.htm   (536 words)

  
 Winter in Quebec - Festivals, Carnivals, Snowshoeing, Dog Sledding   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Quebec City and surrounding Countryside 89 Km2 resort and 42 Km of hiking trails
About 20 minutes west of Quebec City, the Duchesnay lodges and chalets stand apart from any other in Quebec.
Of all the Q. packages this is the perfect place to stay to discover the greater Quebec City and country region.
www.quebecadv.com /winter.htm   (896 words)

  
 Travel to Quebec
The name Quebec, which comes from the Mi'kmaq word Gepèèg meaning "strait," originally meant the narrowing of the St. Lawrence River off what is currently Quebec City.
The first European explorer of what is now Quebec was Jacques Cartier, who planted a cross in the Gaspé in 1534 and sailed into the St. Lawrence River in 1535.
Quebec City was founded near the site of Stadacona, a village populated by Iroquoians when Jacques Cartier explored Canada.
www.reiswijs.co.uk /destinations/northamerica/canada/quebec/quebec.html   (2142 words)

  
 Holiday rentals Québec, holiday cottages, bed and breakfast in Québec, chalets Canada
Holiday rentals Québec, holiday cottages, bed and breakfast in Québec, chalets Canada
Rental of chalets in Quebec, in the heart of the Laurentians.
Holiday village with 30 chalets waterfront and in mountain (panoramic view).
www.pour-les-vacances.com /quebec-holiday-uk.html   (193 words)

  
 Great Quebec Travel Experience - Quebec City Tour   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
With this Quebec travel package you get a sightseeing tour of the city’s landmarks including the Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, Citadelle, and Place Royale in addition to three nights in a Quebec City hotel.
Discover Quebec City’s historical treasures and wonderful ‘joie de vivre’ atmosphere on a sightseeing tour.
Your Quebec travel experience ends as you transfer independently to Quebec City's International Airport in time for your flight home.
www.freshtracks.ca /city_mini/cm_quebec_city.shtml   (316 words)

  
 Holidays 2 Canada : Canadian Holidays - Romance of Quebec Fly-Drive Ref: C20
Budget Rockies Fly-Drive holidays 13 days including scheduled flights, pre-booked hotels, detailed day-by-day itinerary and comprehensive car hire from £871 per adult.
Once a booking is confirmed your holiday price is 100% GUARANTEED against any increase in price such as currency exchange fluctuations or fuel surcharges.
If you would like to vary the holiday shown in anyway, for example by adding nights, subtracting nights, substituting hotels etc. please contact us for a free personalised quotation.
www.holidays2canada.co.uk /view_holiday.php?id=30   (1144 words)

  
 Quebec
On such occasions, the employee must advise the employer of his or her absence as soon as possible.
Holiday Pay: 2 Times regular pay or regular pay + alternative day.
The employer may not dismiss or otherwise discriminate against any employee for being called to jury duty.
www.erieri.co.uk /freedata/HRCodes/QUEBEC.htm   (989 words)

  
 babble: Québec construction holidays
The construction holiday should be revised, to everyone's benefit, in negotiations, which as I understand, have been proposed several times in the past.
A single person with a union-scale job (despite dead time) can afford to take off to Cuba or somewhere for a week at the beach, but it is prohibitive for someone with three kids.
Often winter holidays just mean sitting at home and watching the tube...
www.rabble.ca /babble/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic&f=12&t=000256&p=   (339 words)

  
 Quebec holiday, cheap holiday Quebec, package holiday to Quebec, last minute holiday Quebec   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
You can view all our last minute deals and cheap holiday to Quebec by clicking on View all Offers.
Or try our search for package holidays to Quebec, flights to Quebec, and hotels and apartments in Quebec.
Or, call our consultants and let them find the best Quebec holiday, hotel, flight, short break or cruise to suit you.
www.barrheadtravel.co.uk /holiday-destinations/north-america/canada/quebec   (714 words)

  
 Les Iles de la Madeleine - Travelogue
They are a small string of islands belonging to Quebec and located in the Gulf of St. Lawrence north of PEI.
The islands are of red sandstone, which is soft enough to be sculpted into fantastic shapes on many parts of the coast.
However, most of the islands are also connected by roads; these take you over huge sand dunes that have formed out of sand bars and which give the islands most of their 140 miles of sand beaches.
www.travel-library.com /north_america/canada/quebec/iles-de-la-madeleine.trip.html   (954 words)

  
 Travel Quebec for a spectacular Montreal Tour   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
This Quebec travel package includes 3 nights in a great Montreal hotel, a half-day sightseeing tour showcasing the city’s historic landmarks, and an excursion to Quebec City — the heart of Canada’s French speaking culture.
Your Quebec travel experience begins with your arrival at the Montreal Trudeau Airport.
Your Quebec travel experience continues with a full day to explore the sights and sounds of the city.
www.freshtracks.ca /city_mini/cm_montreal.shtml   (385 words)

  
 Quebec Holidays: Cheap Holidays in Quebec, Canada   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Have a look at our spectacular selection of holidays in Quebec and Quebec holiday deals, all at great savings.
You can either check out our special Quebec holiday bargains below or simply use our search box to help find you the ideal Quebec holiday.
An oasis in the city, the Montréal Biodôme's controlled environment allows the recreation of some of the varied and beautiful ecosystems of the Americas.
www.lastminute.com /site/find/World/North-America/Canada/Quebec/Quebec--holiday.html   (271 words)

  
 Clearwater Holidays
Victoria Day - also know as the May ‘two four’ weekend which can be confusing when, as in 2003, it fell on the 19th May! This is a busy holiday weekend and traditionally the time when cottages are opened up after the winter.
Roads are busy in and out of Toronto on both ends of the weekend.
Ontario Civic Holiday - a lesser known long weekend but another excuse for the whole of Toronto to evacuate to the country and clog the roads in and out of the city on Friday and Sunday.
www.clearwaterholidays.co.uk /canadian_holidays.html   (246 words)

  
 Quebec City Holiday with INTERHOSTEL   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Perched high on a cliff above is the Chateau Frontenac, a magnificent castle, where you'll be staying.
Here you'll discover the hidden corners of this modern colonial town and experience the "joie de vivre" of the holidays.
Quebec's unique combination of French and British influences gives the city its special character.
www.learn.unh.edu /interhostel/W02QuebecHoliday.html   (332 words)

  
 Le tour du Francais- French and Quebec culture lessons
I wanted to find out what the hotels were like, what people ate, what the driving laws were, how the taxis operated, what the trains were like.
After a few months living in a French -speaking area, in Quebec, I realized my school French was woefully inadequate for me to fit into the culture.
You will learn about the French and Quebec holidays - Mardi Gras, Carnaval, the sugaring off season of spring.
r_little__1.tripod.com /frenchculture   (311 words)

  
 Explore the Holiday Season In Quebec with Interhostel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Imagine Quebec in December: an old, walled city filled with narrow, winding streets and steep French roofs.
Reception and dinner at the Garrison Club, Quebec’s most exclusive club.
Read these symbols like a book, as they were meant to be read by the pilgrims of the past.
www.learn.unh.edu /interhostel/W0506QuebecHoliday.html   (394 words)

  
 Cross Country Skiing - Waymark Holidays - Quebec - Canada
Quebec, one of the world's coldest and snowiest cities in winter, cracks open the champagne and celebrates all the fun and fantastic things that winter makes possible, with their 51st annual Winter Carnival from January 27 to February 12 2006.
But it is cross-country skiing that has touched the heart of Québeccers, with well-prepared trails stretching from the city centre to the mountains beyond.
On this holiday we discover the best cross-country skiing areas in and around Québec City and of course include some exploration time.
www.waymarkholidays.com /crosscountrykiing_quebec_canadawaymarkholidays.html   (627 words)

  
 Quebec Information and Deals - TripAdvisor
Le Square Philllips was an exciting place to stay, you feel like you are right at home with the kind...
Quebec City: Hotel Le Clos St-Louis: "Elegant but Warm!"
Quebec City: Hotel Le Clos St-Louis: "A Grand Palace of Adventure"
www.tripadvisor.com /AllReviews-g155025-or3330-Quebec.html   (1338 words)

  
 Quebec Canada Holidays And Vacations   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Listed above are Quebec travel agents who can arrange great holidays in Quebec.
Most have plenty of reduced rates and discounts on Quebec stays, and have a wide range of accommodation in Quebec available from luxury Quebec hotels to cozy Quebec bed and breakfasts.
If you purchase your Quebec break from an ATOL holder, the cost of this protection will be included automatically in cost of the holiday itself.
www.a-zoftourism.co.uk /Holidays-in-Quebec.htm   (524 words)

  
 Quebec - Traveler Reviews - Canadian Vacation - TripAdvisor
Quebec City: Courtyard Quebec City Downtown: "Mini-Marriott in Quebec City"
Quebec City: Auberge de la Paix: "Auberge de la Paix; a pretty great hostel"
I read the reviews of this hotel on this website from others before me, and became Very nervous about my decision to book one room for 4 adults during the holidays to tour the City (especially as the other couple don't do budget hotels).
www.tripadvisor.com /ShowUserReviews-g155025-r1542766-Quebec.html   (818 words)

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