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Becoming a grandpa or grandma helps us rediscover the simple joys of summer. Looking for an activity that will make your little treasures’ eyes light up with joy? Here are six great options—something for every taste, every age, and every budget!
In Trois-Rivières, Île Saint-Quentin Park is the perfect spot to enjoy summer to the fullest. It’s an ideal place for a family picnic, a little slice of paradise just five minutes from downtown. With a playground, an interpretive boardwalk and a bike trail, nature lovers of all ages will be thrilled.
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In Rimouski, step inside one of the only submarines in Canada that’s open to visitors: the Onondaga. Open to the public since 2009, the submarine served the Canadian Navy from 1967 to 2000. Pick up an audio guide for an even richer experience.
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In Montreal, the Biosphere remains a lesser-known gem that’s sure to spark kids’ curiosity. This geodesic dome, designed by Buckminster Fuller, is as impressive as it is educational. Its engaging exhibits tackle major environmental challenges and offer solutions to climate change. Dive into the ocean and journey into faraway galaxies with the Cosmic Plankton exhibit. Don’t forget to take the elevator for a stunning panoramic view of Montreal—like you’ve never seen it before.
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Take a trip back in time with a movie night at Ciné-Parc Orford in the Eastern Townships. Though the first film of the night starts at sunset, families are welcome as early as 6 p.m. The atmosphere is always warm and welcoming—some people toss a frisbee around while others simply soak up the beautiful evening. It’s well worth arriving early, especially if you want the best spots.
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In Val-d’Or, explore the historic Lamaque Mine. Descend 300 feet underground into its tunnels, part of the legacy of the gold rush that swept through northwestern Quebec in the 1920s. You’ll also discover what life was like for families who lived in the Bourlamaque mining village in the 1940s. Learn more
In Petit-Saguenay, spend a sunny August day picking blueberries at La Bleuetière Saguenoise. Open daily in August from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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