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THE PORT OF QUÉBEC INVITES THE PUBLIC TO THE 2024 FAMILY MARITIME FESTIVAL<\/strong>
\nQuébec, September 6th, 2024 <\/strong>— The Port of Québec, in collaboration with the port and maritime community, invites the public to its Family Maritime Festival, which will take place on Saturday, September 7th. The event will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Pointe-à-Carcy sector, near the Agora of the Port of Québec. In a festive atmosphere, inflatable games, face painting for children, ice cream, street entertainment, and many other activities will be available. In addition, citizens will have the opportunity to explore interactive booths offered by our numerous partners and port operators to discover various aspects of the maritime world.<\/p>\n

Experience Maritime Adventures<\/strong>
\nIn addition to the fun activities, a special draw will give several lucky winners the chance to experience unique and never-before-seen adventures, offering an unprecedented perspective of the port and its operations. Among the prizes, you’ll find:
\n•    Holland America Line \/ Prestige visit: a VIP experience onboard<\/strong> – A family (four people) will have the chance to visit a cruise ship and enjoy a meal onboard.
\n•    Maritime Simulation and Resource Centre \/ On course:<\/strong> become a pilot for a day – A family (four people) will have the opportunity to try the navigation simulator and get familiar with piloting.
\n•    Coast Guard \/ Polar exploration: discover an icebreaker<\/strong> – A family (four to six people) will enjoy a privileged visit aboard an icebreaker.
\n•    Groupe Océan \/ At the heart of port operations <\/strong>– A family (four to six people) will be able to visit a tugboat and discover the importance of the crew’s work.
\n•    Artisans du Saint-Laurent \/ Set Sail for the Port <\/strong>– Onboard a handcrafted sail rowboat, two families (four to six people each) will tour the Port of Québec with the Port Master.
\nThese experiences are designed to offer winners privileged access behind the scenes of the maritime world.
\n“We are very excited to organize this Family Maritime Festival. The event allows us to strengthen our ties with the community by offering citizens the opportunity to understand port and maritime operations better. Our teams, along with our partners, will be on-site to interact with citizens and answer their questions and, above all, what they are used for in our daily lives.”
\n— Port of Québec CEO and President, Mario Girard<\/p>\n

The Port of Québec would like to thank all the actors in the port and maritime community for their involvement and support in organizing this event, including Béton Provincial, Comité sectorial de main-d’œuvre de l’industrie maritime, Davie, Desgagnés, Coast Guard, Glencore, Groupe Océan, G3, Naval Museum of Québec, QSL, Société de développement économique du Saint-Laurent (SODES), Urgence Marine Environment Inc. (UME), and Valero.
\nFor more information about the Family Maritime Festival, please visit the the Port of Québec’s Facebook page.<\/p>\n

About the Port of Québec<\/strong>
\nThe Québec Port Authority, a non-profit organization, manages the port of Québec, which is strategically located to serve North America’s industrial and agricultural heartland. This Canadian hub for international trade for both the import and export of goods is the only port in the province of Québec with a fifteen-meter depth of water at low tide and a comprehensive intermodal infrastructure. The port facilities generate 10,000 jobs and about two billion dollars in economic activity.
\nWith its 2035 Vision, the Port of Québec aims to be recognized by citizens for the responsible management of its territory, respect for the environment and protection of biodiversity while positioning itself as a world leader in establishing sustainable supply chains for a more resilient economy.<\/p>\n

Source<\/strong>
\nFrédéric Lagacé
\nCommunications Director
\n418 929-5031
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