Quebec - Wikipedia
WEBQuebec[a] (French: Québec [kebɛk] ⓘ) [12] is one of the thirteen provinces and territories of Canada. It is the largest province by area [b] and the second-largest by population, as well as the northernmost province in Canada.
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WEBMay 12, 2023 · Sharing many characteristics with the French culture—particularly the predominance of the French language—the people of Québec City have forged their own identity. They are known for their “joie de vivre,” colourful French accents, culinary traditions, and the warm welcome they extend to visitors.
Québec City Tourism Official Website | Visit Québec City
WEBDiscover Québec City. Its history, friendly vibe, and myriad attractions make it a stand‑out travel destination throughout the year. Must-See Attractions: Top 10 Things to Do Read.
Quebec | History, Map, Flag, Population, & Facts | Britannica
WEB1 day ago · Quebec, eastern province of Canada. Constituting nearly one-sixth of Canada’s total land area, Quebec is the largest of Canada’s 10 provinces in area and is second only to Ontario in population. Its capital, Quebec city, is the oldest city in Canada.
Quebec - The Canadian Encyclopedia
WEBSep 30, 2007 · Quebec is the largest province in Canada. Its territory represents 15.5 per cent of the surface area of Canada and totals more than 1.5 million km 2. Quebec shares borders with Ontario, New Brunswick and Newfoundland. The province also neighbours on four American states: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and New York.
Quebec Tourism - The Canada Guide
WEBQuebec is the only French-speaking province of Canada, which, due to its unique history, has a fascinating culture distinct from the rest of the country. The capital, Quebec City, is the most vibrant centre of European influence and French culture in modern-day North America, while the province’s largest, and more cosmopolitan city, Montreal ...
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WEBFeb 19, 2020 · Québec is founded by French explorer Samuel de Champlain, becoming the cradle of French civilization in North America. The Siege of Québec and the famous Battle of the Plains of Abraham later led to the fall of New France.
Quebec - Culture, Language, Traditions | Britannica
WEB3 days ago · This is reflected in successive Quebec governments fostering a “Québécois” national culture, which many have argued was largely nonexistent when French-speaking Québécois used to call themselves French Canadians.
Québec: French Culture, First Nations & Folk Music - Library of …
WEBJul 1, 2024 · Canadian French is French as spoken by Canadians, and includes the variants of Québécois, Acadian, and Michif (the language of the Metis). Métis French and Michif share a common phonology but have linguistic differences. Québécois French remains the largest of these Canadian variants.
Quebec - French Colony, Fur Trade, British Rule | Britannica
WEB3 days ago · The origins of Quebec go back to 1534–35, when the French explorer Jacques Cartier landed at present-day Gaspé and took possession of the land in the name of the king of France.