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Course Description

Discovering Quebec: History, Culture and Travel | Explore Quebecs geography, history and culture, with a special focus on Montreal. Examine Indigenous roots, the French language and identity, and Quebecs place in Canada, while discovering local traditions and daily life. Discuss a travel itinerary to Montreal featuring historic sites, transportation options and cultural experiences. Note: Senior Cycle fee class. Students must be 55 or older by start date.

Learner Outcomes

Identify Quebecs major geographic regions and explain Montreals economic, cultural, and political importance within the province through map activities and short discussions; Describe key events in Quebecs history, including Indigenous presence, French settlement, and British rule, using a chronological timeline and guided class discussions; Explain the role of the French language in Quebec and its relationship with other Canadian provinces through short readings and reflective conversations; Describe Montreals cultural diversity, traditions, and aspects of everyday life using examples from videos, images, and class discussions; Discuss a Montreal travel itinerary that includes historical sites, transportation options, and cultural experiences in a structured speaking or presentation activity.
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Section Title
Omalley | Discovering Quebec: History, Culture and Travel
Type
In Person
Days
W
Time
1:00PM to 2:30PM
Dates
Oct 07, 2026 to Nov 04, 2026
Schedule
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Contact Hours
7.5
Location
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $40.00 Click here to get more information
Senior (60+) non-credit $0.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
Oct 06, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Oct 06, 2026
Instructors
  • Lonnie Kishiyama

Section Notes

Omalley | This five-session course introduces senior adults to Quebecs geography, history, and culture, with a special focus on Montreal. Participants explore Indigenous roots, French language and identity, and Quebecs place in Canada, while discovering local traditions and daily life. The course concludes with a discussion of a travel itinerary to Montreal featuring historic sites, transportation options, and cultural experiences.
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