Jour de la Terre: 5 activités écologiques à faire au Québec
Chaque 22 avril, le Jour de la Terre nous invite à renouer avec notre environnement. C’est l’occasion idéale pour poser des gestes concrets en faveur de la planète et pour se rapprocher de la natur...
7 gourmet activities to do this winter near Montreal
It's cold, the days are shorter, and it can be difficult to find the motivation to get outside. However, winter offers a multitude of opportunities to fully enjoy the season, particularly thanks t...
The best Christmas markets near Montreal
Oh! Oh! Oh! The magic of the holidays has begun, the first snow has fallen, what better way than to stroll through a Christmas market? Mulled wine, doughnuts, artisans, and Christmas carols—it's t...
Drink local: Origine Québec distilleries
In a world that increasingly values authenticity, some passionate artisans are showcasing the best of our terroir. Today, we're taking a look at a local treasure: Origine Québec's local distille...
Our Charlevoix Bucket List: 6 Activities for Thanksgiving Weekend
Ah… the leaves are changing color and pumpkin spice lattes are back! It's the perfect time for a fall road trip. If you're looking for the perfect destination to enjoy the scenery and get out and a...
Harvest Festival: our local produce in the Public Markets!
Abundance is back at Montreal's Public Markets! To celebrate, head to your favorite public market for a weekend full of activities and entertainment for Harvest Festival . The Atwater, Jean-Ta...
The growth of the sheep industry in Quebec
In recent years, the sheep industry in Quebec has grown in importance and could well redefine the province's agricultural landscape. Interest in lamb and mutton products is growing, and various fa...
La Ferme de Rue Montréal: on the green roof of the IGA
The urban oasis of IGA extra Famille Duchemin , the largest rooftop vegetable garden in Canada, is enthusiastically kicking off its eighth season in Montreal's Saint-Laurent borough. And this ye...
Urban agriculture in Montreal: a growing phenomenon
It's no small feat: interest in urban agriculture is growing in cities around the world. Whether it's to reconcile urban development with sustainability, create balance in the bustle of cities, or...
4 ideas for Easter egg hunts on our local farms!
Basket in hand, hundreds of children (and adults, you have the right!) from Quebec are ready for the Easter egg race. Why not mix egg hunting and Quebec farms! Look no further, here are 4...
The West Island Mission to feed the community with dignity
From its humble beginnings as a community initiative, the West Island Mission in Montreal has experienced exponential growth in its services and impact. Thanks to the unwavering commitment of de...
Reimagining today’s farm: Les Cocagnes
This is the second season of Cocagnes, and if you live in the Brome-Missisquoi region, you've certainly heard about it given the resounding success of this unifying project. Les Cocagnes is a ...
The Festiv'Ail 2023: See you at the big garlic festival in Racine this Saturday!
On Saturday, September 2, 2023, the Festiv'Ail at the Marché Locavore , a large garlic festival now in its 10th year and which has established itself as the annual event at the Racine market, wh...
At Gîte des Oies, a new gourmet discovery in the Canton of Roxton
More and more agri-food producers are welcoming visitors to their farms to introduce them to their farming businesses and give them the opportunity to taste processed products while sharing the ...
Feeding the city: Corbeille de Pain solidarity markets
As summer temperatures settle in comfortably, residents of Montreal's West Island are looking forward to the imminent arrival of the Corbeille de Pain solidarity market season. This non-profit o...
The new face of the grocery store: The Knowlton Pantry is celebrating its 1st year!
In the heart of the village of Knowlton, La Pantry opened its doors a year ago, slowly revolutionizing the way villagers do their grocery shopping by offering a range of high-quality artisanal p...
Feeding the city: Discover the D-Trois-Pierres organization
D-Trois-Pierres is a non-profit organization working in the field of socio-professional integration and the social economy. They operate the lands of the Cap-Saint-Jacques ecological farm and th...
Operation Last Chance, the chance to make a difference
3.1 million tonnes. This is the quantity of food waste produced annually in Quebec, according to a study conducted by Recyc-Québec published in June 2022. And the most striking thing about a...