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Winter tires in summer - A melted idea

April 16, 2026

Have you changed your winter tires ? Some people choose to keep them during the summer, as a way to save some money. But this strategy can brings some issues that should keep in mind before making a decision.

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A new Village-relais joins our North Shore Team

April 7, 2026

One of our key goals is to better serve remote regions of Quebec. It is therefore with great pride that we welcome a brand-new member into the Villages-relais network: the town of Natashquan, on the North Shore.

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Spring - Between beauty and danger

April 2, 2026

For many, spring brings renewal and the return of warmer weather: the days grow longer, the warmth gradually settles in, and the harshness of winter begins to fade.

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A new Village-relais Stop on the North Shore !

March 17, 2026

The Fédération des Villages-relais is working to grow its network, in order to serve all regions of Québec. It is with great pride that we announce today the arrival of a new member, from the North Shore region: the municipality of Aguanish.

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A new town joins our network !

March 12, 2026

The Fédération des Villages-relais is working on growing its network, in order to serve all regions of Québec. It is with great pleasure that we announce today the arrival of a new member, located in the Mauricie region: the town of Sainte-Thècle.

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The Villages-relais Annual Conference - Let's meet in Baie-Saint-Paul

March 12, 2026

The Fédération des Villages-relais du Québec, in partnership with the City of Baie-Saint-Paul, warmly invites its members to its 15th annual conference, taking place on May 26 and 27!

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Winter driving - Mastering your reaction time in a skid

Jan. 30, 2026

Winter holds surprises for all drivers, both novices and those with experience behind the wheel. Sometimes, a simple patch of snow can easily cause an unexpected slip if not approached correctly. So what should you do?

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6 must-have items for your next winter car ride

Jan. 20, 2026

Even the most careful drivers can experience a breakdown or a roadside emergency. That's why preparation is essential when you're travelling long distances; especially during the winter season.

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Winter Driving – Drive Smart, Drive Safe

Dec. 15, 2025

We can’t stress it enough : you can't sprint through the winter conditions. No matter how experienced you are behind the wheel, the cold season can, and will, catch you off guard.

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A great initiative by the City of Pohénégamook

Sept. 16, 2025

In order to remain attractive for young families looking to settle in regional communities, it is crucial that municipalities be able to maintain a variety of essential services; including daycare centres and childcare services.

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Winter tires - The good practices

Sept. 12, 2025

As autumn settles in and the leaves begin to fall, a familiar list of seasonal chores awaits us around the corner. One of the most important changes is swapping out our tires.

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Saint-Frédéric becomes a Villages-relais

Aug. 7, 2025

The Fédération des Villages-relais is working tirelessly to expand its network in order to serve all regions of Québec. We are proud to announce today the arrival of a new member, straight from the Chaudière-Appalaches region: the town of Saint-Frédéric.

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Saint-Damien-de-Buckland becomes a Villages-relais

July 31, 2025

The Fédération des Villages-relais is continuously working to grow its network in order to serve all regions of Québec. It is with great pride that we announce today the arrival of the network's 50th member, located in the Bellechasse region: the town of Saint-Damien-de-Buckland.

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Driver fatigue – A deadly danger, all-year-long

July 23, 2025

At the height of the construction holiday, the "Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ)" issued a timely reminder to vacationers hitting the road: driver fatigue can be fatal.

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Overnight parking in a Village-relais - What are the best Practices

July 11, 2025

Over the years, the popularity of travel in nomadic-adapted RV has grown into a true movement. There is now strong demand for spaces dedicated to these travelers with very specific needs. Especially for overnight parking areas.

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15 Years of Partnership, with Mr. Paul Carbonneau of Yamachiche

June 21, 2025

As part of our 15th anniversary, we sat down with Mr. Paul Carbonneau, Mayor of Yamachiche, to reflect on the work we've accomplished.

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15 Years of Partnership, with Ms. Sylvie Blanchette of Amqui

June 19, 2025

As part of the 15th anniversary of the Fédération des Villages-relais du Québec, we sat down with Ms. Sylvie Blanchette, Mayor of Amqui, to reflect on the journey since the city joined the network.

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15 Years of Partnership, with Ms. Ghislaine M. Hudon of Lac-Bouchette

June 18, 2025

As part of the 15th anniversary of the Fédération des Villages-relais du Québec, we sat down with Ms. Ghislaine M. Hudon, Mayor of Lac-Bouchette, to reflect on her involvement and the journey travelled by her municipality and the network.

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Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie joins the Villages-relais du Québec Network

June 11, 2025

The Fédération des Villages-relais is continuously working to grow its network in order to serve all regions of Québec. It is with great pride that we announce today the arrival of the network's 49th member, located in the beautiful Lanaudière region: the town of Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie.

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The Villages-relais Conference as if you were there

June 4, 2025

We would like to begin by thanking all the participants who made the trip for the 14th edition of our annual conference. It was a true pleasure to connect with each of you over these three days of activities, and we hope that you all left with the inspiration needed to begin new projects.

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Recognizing the achievements and ingenuity of our Villages-relais

May 30, 2025

The Fédération des Villages-relais du Québec held the 14th edition of its annual conference in New Richmond, in the Gaspésie region, from May 28 to 30. Nearly sixty members and partners attended the event and took part in the various activities.

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France's Villages étapes - A practical solution for European travels

April 3, 2025

Are you preparing a trip to France? Be sure to visit the website of our friends at the Fédération Française des Villages étapes and discover one of the best-kept secrets of the Old Continent.

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The annuel Villages-relais Conference - Meet us in New Richmond

March 10, 2025

The Fédération des Villages-relais du Québec, in partnership with the City of New Richmond, warmly invites its members to its 14th annual conference!

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Launching the Prix Inspiration 2025

Jan. 15, 2025

For the 12th consecutive year, the Fédération des Villages-relais du Québec, in partnership with the Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable, is launching the Prix Inspiration! This is a golden opportunity to highlight the contributions of our town and business partners to the whole network.

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The official Villages-relais Podcast

Nov. 19, 2024

As part of its 15th anniversary, the Fédération des Villages-relais du Québec is proud to announce the launch of its very own podcast series!

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Villages-relais are on the Ondago App

Sept. 2, 2024

Nous sommes heureux d'annoncer que les Villages-relais se sont associé avec l'application québécoise Ondago pour offrir aux usagers de la route un autre moyen de planifier ses déplacements.

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Recognizing the achievements and ingenuity of our Villages-relais partners

May 31, 2024

The Fédération des Villages-relais du Québec congratulates the recipients of the eleventh edition of the Prix Inspiration competition, awarded in partnership with the Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable.

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The Villages-relais Annual Conference - Meet our 2024 host !

May 21, 2024

The Fédération des Villages-relais du Québec is proud to announce the 13th edition of its Annual Conference, taking place from May 29 to 31 in Saint-Donat, in the Lanaudière region. Fifty participants from across Québec are expected to attend.

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The City of Brownsburg-Chatham joins the Villages-relais network

May 7, 2024

The Fédération des Villages-relais is continuously working to expand its network so that all regions of Québec are served. It is with great pride that we announce today the arrival of the network's 48th member in the Laurentians region: the City of Brownsburg-Chatham.

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Senneterre joins the Villages-relais network

April 8, 2024

The Fédération des Villages-relais is continuously working to expand its network, so that all regions of Québec are served. It is with great pride that we announce today that the Abitibi-Témiscamingue region will now benefit from expanded coverage, with the arrival of our newest network member: the City of Senneterre.

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AED tools are now live on our website

Feb. 7, 2024

In order to continue our safety mission, we added the location of some automated external defibrillator (AED). Thus, services that already had this device now have an additional icon on our Village-relais pages.

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A new Village-relais in the Chaudière-Appalaches region

Feb. 5, 2024

The Fédération des Villages-relais du Québec is proud to welcome Lac-Etchemin into its network. This addition now extends the network's coverage in the Chaudière-Appalaches region.