“Freshly arrived in Shannon, saw in the local paper that volunteers were needed for Halloween day, signed up and had a blast so much that I signed up again for Winterfest . I was able to fraternize with lots of people and this allowed me to know really nice people, to have fun and it Lire la suite
LAST CHANCE! REGISTRATION FOR THE DRAW – COMMUNITY GARDENS 2023
Registration is free! A few plots are still available at the Community Garden, located near the Shannon Community Center at 75, chemin de Gosford. Are you interested in getting a space for the coming summer? The allocation of vacant lots will be done by drawing lots from among the registrations received, in order Lire la suite
THIS SATURDAY – SHANNON’S SALON CANIN
This Saturday, May 13th, 2023, the first edition of Shannon’s Salon Canin will take place at the Chalets des Sports (73 Gosford Road). From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., we invite you to come in large numbers to meet the various exhibitors present on site. Admission and parking will be free for everyone during the event. *Please note Lire la suite
DISCOVER THE RICH HISTORY OF SHANNON
Take advantage of your next outdoor outing to learn more about the rich history of our Town with the help of Shannon’s BaladoDiscovery which tells the story of the beginnings of the wooden railway, the Irish roots of the Town, the old schools, the history of the chapel as well as Shannon’s bridges and ferries. Lire la suite
BEING A VOLUNTEER IN SHANNON, FUN GUARANTEED!
“I volunteered at the Halloween party, helping to create the decor and welcoming young and old during the activity. It was gratifying to contribute to making this festival magical for young and old visitors. I was able to proudly show my children what I had done in the sets and in turn give them the Lire la suite
REGISTRATION – COMMUNITY GARDENS 2023
Do you have a green thumb? Would you like to grow your own vegetable patch or garden, but don’t have the space? Would you like to share your passion for gardening with other enthusiasts? A few plots are still available at the Community Garden, located near the Shannon Community Center at 75, chemin Lire la suite
6TH ANNUAL HISTORICAL EVENING – A SUCCESS!
On April 27, the 6th Annual Historical Evening was held, with the theme « Les immigrants irlandais de la seigneurie de Fossambault », at the Community Center of the City of Shannon. About sixty people, some from Quebec City, attended this extensive conference, masterfully led by Mr. Daniel Stewart. Irish coffee and treats were served, Lire la suite
VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION EVENT
The City of Shannon celebrated its volunteers on April 22nd during a recognition event and it was a success! More than seventy (70) people gathered at the Community Center. Warmly welcomed by elected officials and employees of the Recreation Department, participants were able to enjoy a glass of sparkling wine and a few bites Lire la suite
COMMUNITY GARDENS 2023
A few garden islands are still available! Are you interested in obtaining a plot for the coming summer? The allocation of vacant spaces will be made by drawing lots from among the registrations received in order to promote access for all. The terms and conditions for entering the draw are as follows: between Lire la suite
IMPORTANT NOTICE: REPAIR OF THE GOSFORD BRIDGE IN SHANNON – CLOSURE OF THE PATRIMONIAL BRIDGE
The Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable wishes to inform you that the Gosford Bridge (pedestrian bridge), spanning the Jacques-Cartier River, in Shannon, will be closed as of Monday, May 1st at 7 a.m. for a period of approximately 3 weeks. Pedestrians and cyclists can use the nearby Pont des Irlandais. Work Lire la suite