Emilie Vadeboncoeur – Director of Marketing and Communications

The OUI Experience – Bishop’s newest program designed to help students practice the French language outside the classroom through real–world experiences, is offering students the chance to visit Québec City for the day. The day will feature the picturesque Old Québec, the Musée of Civilization and Québec’s iconic Winter Carnival.

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The group will be departing from Bishop’s at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday Feb 7. Upon arrival, students walk around Old Québec, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its cobblestone streets, fortified walls and iconic architecture. Québec will make you feel like you’re in Europe, making it a must-see for anyone visiting Québec for the first time.

The next activity will be a visit to the Musée de la civilization, one of Québec’s most engaging museums with many interactive exhibitions that dive into society, identity and culture. One exhibit is called “Nous autres, les autres.” It examines identity and how we perceive others through personal stories and hands-on experiences. The museum visit provides valuable insight for students interested in Québec culture.

The highlight of the day will be visiting the Winter Carnival, the largest winter carnival in the world. It’s known for its ice sculptures, outdoor activities and the iconic mascot Bonhomme Carnaval. Students will get to also witness the famous Carnival parade.

After a full day of activities, the group will enjoy dinner at a restaurant in the city before getting back on the bus to head back to Lennoxville. The expected return time is 11:00 p.m.

If you’re interested, registration is required via a Google Form that can be found on the OUI Experience page on the Bishop’s website. Space is limited and lunch is not included, so students are encouraged to either bring their own lunch or purchase one during the day. Additionally, a prep activity will need to be completed on the multimedia language lab page prior to the outing.

Open to students of all French levels, this outing is a fun opportunity to build confidence speaking French, connect with other students and experience beautiful Quebec City during its most iconic winter tradition.