New arrivals are blossoming in stores!
6 spring new arrivals at Petit Champlain that you do not want to miss.
1. Faux Mouvement / Balmoral Sports New Arrivals
Stay on trend this season with the Sherpa Westmore Off-White vest from Balmoral Sports. Made in Montreal, it offers warmth and breathability, perfect for a sporty gorpcore look. Available online and at Faux Mouvement.
2. Les Ptits Mosüs / Cabane / The Resort Cream
Ethically made in Calgary, the minimalist hemp and organic cotton jersey set is a comfy choice for little ones. Available in sizes from 3 months to 5 years, its relaxed unisex fit is ideal for all exploration activities.
3. Atelier La Pomme / Karkass New Arrivals
The Essentielle Cœur jacket is a locally crafted piece that embodies quebecois elegance and quality. Find it at Atelier Karkass on 20 Rue Saint-Pierre, Old Quebec.
4. FLM (OCLAN)
Comfort meets style with the FLM crewneck. Opt for an oversized fit for a trendy spring look. Made of organic cotton, it comes in various colors with charming embroidered details.
5. Bulle Quartier Petit Champlain / VEJA
Brazilian brand Veja has arrived at Bulle with eco-friendly and durable footwear. The CAMPO shoes in black and white leather are a perfect choice: lightweight and sturdy. Available online and in-store.
6. New Arrival by Martino
Quebec-made Jinny women's shoes feature genuine leather and a lightweight rubber sole. Martino offers local and unique products that complement any outfit. Available in several colors.
Our 45 merchants, members and non members, are ready to welcome you this spring at Petit Champlain!
1. Find sweet treasures and unique gifts
Whether you are looking for sweet delights or gifts to please your loved ones, you will certainly find at the merchants of Petit Champlain.
Les ptits mosüs : Looking for gift ideas to offer for the hunt for cocos or for beautiful family activities, explore the shop the ptits mosus. We fall for wooden babouchka eggs and the game Cluck! Cluck! The Fox.
Madame Gigi : Discover a wide selection of hand-painted, on-site chocolates. They are delicious and beautiful.
La Nougaterie : For their legendary nougat or to find different sweets made by hand, go to the Nougaterie.
La Fudgerie : Easter gourmet box, fudge pop and chocolate figurines are just a few of the delicious products you can find at the Fudgerie.
2. Having a Family Brunch
Nothing like a delicious family brunch to celebrate Easter. Le Cochon Dingue and le Lapin Sauté await you with delectable dishes that will satisfy all appetites.
3. Walking and shopping
Enjoy the mild spring air as you stroll through the Petit Champlain and explore the many welcoming shops. You will discover carefully selected products.
4. Enjoy our activities
La Petite Cabane à Sucre de Québec and the ptits mosüs prepare surprises for you.
Snow taffy and cocos hunt are on the agenda. Full details here.
Joyeuses Pâques!
As the weather begins to cool, Quartier Petit Champlain and Place-Royale are preparing to ring in the bustling holiday season! The most beautiful neighborhood in North America is also, without a doubt, the most magical destination for Christmas shopping. And did we mention that the ever-popular bonus gift card promotion is back!
Once again this year, Coopérative du Quartier Petit Champlain is inviting families to come discover its winter programming in a magical Christmas setting, and is offering great activities and gift ideas. Starting December 9, Flip Fabrique will be back with its impressive street circus performances around the neighborhood. And a few days before that, the wonderful Christmas carolers will be back, bringing the spirit of Christmas to the hearts of the young and young-at-heart alike. What better way to get into the spirit of the holidays in Québec City’s most enchanting district!
THE RETURN OF OUTDOOR SHOWS
With the arrival of winter, there are plenty of activities and special touches everywhere, including Christmas decorations resembling a scene out of a postcard. Some of the favorites in the unforgettable festive decor include a giant Christmas tree, twinkling garlands of lights across the streets, beautifully decorated parks, and outdoor fireplaces.
Starting December 2, 2023, Quartier Petit Champlain and Place-Royale will once again hit all the right festive notes with their melodious wandering carolers. Two groups—La brigade du Choeur Ad Vitam and Gamik Vocale—will perform in front of the Notre-Dame-des-Victoires Church, for a Christmas treat in perfect harmony.
In addition, Coopérative du Quartier Petit Champlain is delighted to announce the much-awaited return of the impressive Flip Fabrique circus troupe with its show Brrrr! starting December 9, 2023. This brand-new creation on the theme of Christmas and gifts is sure to entertain adults and children alike. Visitors will be invited to take in a series of street performances featuring all kinds of amazing circus acts in the most unexpected places. The neighborhood’s streets will be abuzz with excitement, with a trampoline wall, as well as electrifying balancing and juggling acts! Performance locations and times will be announced shortly.
THE HOLIDAYS IN NOVEMBER THANKS TO OUR GIFT CARD PROMOTION
Once again, Coopérative du Quartier Petit Champlain is offering its ever-popular gift card promotion! During the Holiday Season festivities, from November 20 to December 20, for every Quartier Petit Champlain gift card purchased online (right here!), you’ll get a second promo card valued at 30% of the amount of the first card! It’s the perfect time to draw up your gift lists and plan your Christmas purchases, including your hostess gifts, which are always appreciated at this time of year. Our Québec artisans, cafés, boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants offer a host of gift ideas for the whole family.
ABOUT COOPÉRATIVE DU QUARTIER PETIT CHAMPLAIN
Founded in 1985 following the restoration of its iconic buildings, Coopérative du Quartier Petit Champlain has taken a highly innovative approach, breathing new life into its historic sector and offering visitors a unique experience. Recognized as one of the most beautiful sites in Quebec (and one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in the world!), Quartier Petit Champlain is ideally located for all seasons: at the foot of the cliff that separates the upper town from the lower town, directly beneath the magnificent Château Frontenac. Its authentic character and extensive offerings make the neighborhood a must-visit destination.
Some forty members of the cooperative, including a legendary theatre; delightful boutiques; and welcoming restaurants, cafés, and bistros line its charming pedestrian streets, open year-round for the pleasure of locals and visitors alike.
ABOUT PLACE-ROYALE
A historic site of national importance, Place-Royale is the cradle of French civilization in North America. It stands on the site of Québec City’s first settlement, Samuel de Champlain’s habitation. Place-Royale has been restored in the style of the architecture of the French regime, and is home to about twenty boutiques, pubs, and restaurants offering a wide array of quality products.
Press release from Brouillard Communication
October 2023 – Once again this year, the Quartier Petit Champlain and Place-Royale are celebrating the arrival of October in all its autumn splendour and beautiful colours! During the beautiful autumn days, you will have to go to the area to enjoy the activities from October 7, 2023. The party offers visitors the opportunity to attend free shows at Parc Félix-Leclerc and discover local artists in a comforting atmosphere. Not only will enhanced programming be offered, but the shops are overflowing with colourful local novelties that are worth a visit.
CELEBRATE AUTUMN IN THE NEIGHBOURHOOD
For Le Petit Champlain and Place-Royale, autumn rhymes with bright colors, pumpkins, warm comforting beverages, and of course, a host of novelties among merchants in the sector. To set the mood for Halloween celebrations, fall decorations made by a local artist adorn the decorations of the parks and streets in the area. Made of recycled materials and harvesting products, they are completely unique. Fall photos will certainly be in order! Worth mentioning: particular attention is paid to the reuse of decorative elements, in addition, the pumpkins used will be offered to merchants, residents of the sector and a food aid organization to avoid waste.
Once again this year, people will be able to attend outdoor musical performances produced by the Théâtre Petit Champlain and totally free every Saturday in October, from 2pm to 4:30pm, at Parc Félix-Leclerc. It will be an opportunity to discover many local artists such as the jazz trio of Camille Caron (October 7), Mike DeWay (October 14), Winterglow (October 21) and Les Chats de ruelle in ambulatory formula from 1 pm to 4 pm to close the month in style on October 28.
A QUAINT HALLOWEEN PARTY
Of course, Quartier Petit Champlain and Place-Royale could not do without the Halloween festivities. It is an appointment for families on October 28 from 1 pm to 4 pm, while they will be invited to put on their best costumes to participate in the animations offered free of charge. DIY workshop, giant puppets, crazy games, percussion lessons and ambulatory shows are on the program. Everything will take place in a playful atmosphere and in a decor highlighting the charm of autumn.
This initiative is led by the Coopérative du Quartier Petit Champlain in partnership with the City of Québec as part of the business plan, SODEC and Desjardins Caisse de Québec.
ABOUT THE COOPÉRATIVE DU QUARTIER PETIT CHAMPLAIN
Formed in 1985 following the restoration of its iconic buildings, the Coopérative du Quartier Petit Champlain brilliantly innovates to breathe life into its historic sector, and thus offer a unique experience to the people who walk through it. Recognized as one of the most beautiful sites in Quebec (and one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in the world!), the Quartier Petit Champlain enjoys an ideal geographical position in any season: at the foot of the cliff that separates the upper and lowercity, directly under the magnificent Château Frontenac. Its authentic character and extensive offer give the sector the role of essential in Quebec.
Some forty member businesses, including a legendary theatre, beautiful shops, restaurants, cafés and friendly bistros, line its charming pedestrian streets, open all year round, for the happiness of people from here and elsewhere.
ABOUT PLACE-ROYALE
A historic site of national importance, Place-Royale is the cradle of French civilization in North America. It stands on the site of Quebec City’s first settlement, Champlain’s home. The Place-Royale sector has been restored inspired by the architecture of the French regime and hosts about twenty shops, pubs and restaurants offering quality and diversified products.
Some forty member businesses, including a legendary theatre, beautiful shops, restaurants, cafés and friendly bistros, line its charming pedestrian streets, open all year round, for the happiness of people from here and elsewhere.
-- Text written by Brouillard --
A WORLDLY CONCEPT THAT REVEALS THE BEAUTY OF IRIS AND TRANSFORMS THE EYE INTO A WORK OF ART IN PETT CHAMPLAIN
Iris Galerie’s world-class and unusual concept arrived in Quebec and the very first brand in the province (second in Canada) has just moved to the Quartier Petit Champlain in Quebec City. Iris Galerie offers to immortalize all the nuances of each eye in the smallest details on a canvas, in different formats, an original and unique experience that allows to combine photography and high quality printing. The state-of-the-art technology used by Iris Galerie makes it possible to optimize, in just a few minutes, the photography taken of the iris, in large format to capture the uniqueness, the colors, the details and to highlight the beauty of each look. It is possible to be bewitched by the beauty of the iris in family or as a couple, for one or more iris on the same table. Many options of formats, finishes and effects are available at the gallery which is located at 79 rue du Petit Champlain in the Quartier Petit Champlain, from 10am to 6am Sunday to Wednesday, and from 10am to 9pm Thursday to Saturday. With more than 90 galleries around the world, Iris Galerie contributes 1% of its turnover to the Art Explora Foundation, committed to sharing arts and culture.
A new member joins the Coopérative du Quartier Petit Champlain
The new Italian restaurant Va Bene will open on June 14 in the charming Quartier Petit Champlain at 48 rue Sous-le-Fort, replacing the former Bistro Sous le Fort. The latest project by Fabio Monti (L'Atelier, Ophelia), Va Bene offers its customers an exclusive high-end experience thanks to its concept of an antipasto bar in a shared formula. Epicureans will be able to discover a vast selection of Italian imported products such as charcuteries, cheeses, breads, signature and vegetarian starters, pasta, risottos, meat and fish, all in a warm and friendly atmosphere in the heart of one of the most beautiful districts of the national capital. The restaurant is the fifth company of the Maestro Group, after L'Atelier and L'Ophelia restaurants, the Odevi cocktail blend brand and the Ophelia boutique hotel.
UNLEASH AUTHENTIC ITALIAN FLAVOURS
The menu, elaborated meticulously from products directly imported from Italy, will bring together the antipasti of choice, namely Prosciutto, Culatello, Salami, Mortadella, Burrata, Mozzarella, Ubriaco Rosso can all be accompanied by breads like the Gnocco Fritto and several options of Foccacias, not to mention the famous olives and various seasonal pickled vegetables. The vast selection of signature entries to share will be salivating and will give the taste to try everything! The ten main dishes will, meanwhile, seduce by the authentic flavors of Italy that will emerge from them, gathering as many pasta as tempting as meat, seafood, fish for an Italian feast like no other! An exclusive selection of private imported wines will complete this unforgettable gastronomic experience.
UNIQUE DINING EXPERIENCE
With 40 seats inside, the restaurant will welcome its clientele in a clean and modern decor. It will be able to sit comfortably on the benches and even testify to the know-how of the chefs thanks to the open kitchen. The terrace, which can accommodate 16 people, will offer stunning views of the Château Frontenac and the St.Lawrence River in an enchanting setting.
ABOUT THE COOPÉRATIVE DU QUARTIER PETIT CHAMPLAIN
Formed in 1985 following the restoration of its iconic buildings, the Coopérative du Quartier Petit Champlain brilliantly innovates to breathe life into its historic area, and thus offer a unique experience to the people who visit it. Recognized as one of the most beautiful sites in Quebec (and one of the most beautiful neighbourhoods in the world!), the Quartier Petit Champlain enjoys an ideal geographical position in any season: at the foot of the cliff that separates the upper and lower levels of the provincecity, directly under the magnificent Château Frontenac. Its authentic character and extensive offer give the sector a key role in Quebec. About 40 member shops, including a legendary theatre, beautiful shops, restaurants, cafes and friendly bistros, line its charming pedestrian streets, open all year round, to the delight of people here and abroad.
The Coopérative du Quartier Petit Champlain has been named a finalist in two categories at the 40th Division of the Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de Québec, as the collective enterprise of the year and the tourist event or attraction of the year.
Press release by Brouillard
The iconic umbrellas on rue du Cul-de-Sac in the Quartier Petit Champlain are finally back! This magnificent aerial decor so admired by passers-by is now accessible to all lovers of this heritage area until October. With the financial support of the City of Québec and Destination Québec Cité, the Quartier Petit Champlain can once again host safer facilities than ever before. This time, red, blue, green and beige, the colours of the Destination Québec Cité logo, are the star colours that adorn the sky to honour this major financial partner.
A COLOURFUL COMEBACK
After a one-year break, the Coopérative du Quartier Petit Champlain can finally announce the return of the magnificent umbrellas installed between the historic buildings bordering Cul-de-Sac Street. Last year, a restriction from the fire department prevented the installation of umbrellas. The Coopérative du Quartier Petit Champlain was challenged to find a solution that would allow firefighters to unhook umbrellas quickly in the event of a fire, in a single manoeuvre, from the ground. The Coopérative du Quartier Petit Champlain team did not give up. It is therefore after several months of research and prototypes that it can finally allow the reinstallation of this artistic show highlighting 95 floating umbrellas for a sky of the most colorful.
A PROFITABLE COLLABORATION
It was thanks to the collaboration of MFX Production, accompanied by senior rigger Jean-Sébastien Fortin, under the supervision of the director of communications and marketing of the Coopérative du Quartier Petit Champlain, that the solution was created. In order to counter safety issues, cable cutters attached to a network of electrical wires are intended to automatically cut the facility’s ropes when the detonator is activated. This system is effective in less than a minute and allows fire crews to bring the facility down, deploy the large scale and reach tall buildings. This revolutionary tailor-made solution meets the requirements of the City’s authorities and ensures a safe response by firefighters. The Coopérative du Quartier Petit Champlain is proud to have collaborated with such a qualified and professional team, allowing this street considered one of the most beautiful streets in Canada to shine with all its colours again!
ABOUT THE COOPÉRATIVE DU QUARTIER PETIT CHAMPLAIN
Formed in 1985 following the restoration of its iconic buildings, the Coopérative du Quartier Petit Champlain brilliantly innovates to breathe life into its historic area, and thus offer a unique experience to the people who visit it. Recognized as one of the most beautiful sites in Quebec (and one of the most beautiful neighbourhoods in the world!), the Quartier Petit Champlain enjoys an ideal geographical position in any season: at the foot of the cliff that separates the upper and lower levels of the provincecity, directly under the magnificent Château Frontenac. Its authentic character and extensive offer give the sector a key role in Quebec. About 40 member shops, including a legendary theatre, beautiful shops, restaurants, cafes and friendly bistros, line its charming pedestrian streets, open all year round, to the delight of people here and abroad.
Communiqué par Brouillard
Brin de Folie, a well-established boutique in the Quartier Petit Champlain, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this month! Brin de Folie has been a favourite spot for finding many of the most original collectibles for all these years, thanks to the quality of its products and the wide range of choices available both at the physical store and on its website. The company also offers the largest selection of Russian dolls in the country! Always driven by the same passion as in her early days, the owner Monique Zimmermann, helped by her daughter Mai Li and her faithful and indispensable employees Diane and Marco, hopes to take care of Brin de Folie for many years to come!
BRILLIANT, DIFFERENT, FLAMBOYANT!
Brin de Folie is without a doubt the paradise of collectors. Going to the store not only allows you to make unusual discoveries, but also to have a completely unique experience! Its decor like no other in Quebec offers a complete immersion in a magical universe where are deployed Matriochkas (Russian dolls), musical snowballs, music boxes of all shapes, Loungefly bags, more than 400 different Funko Pop figurines, Disney Tradition figurines by Jim Shore, Spanish Pepote dolls, Tokidoki bags and Unicorno figurines with Italian design, not forgetting various objects of the Little Prince, Smurf figurines, a large selection of Tintin items, Ravensburger puzzles and many other original gift ideas!
All the furniture has been custom-made, including the imposing Ferris wheel for greeting cards, the giant Russian doll display and several shelves of unusual shapes.
The Brin de Folie boutique, with its originality and colours, simply makes you want to go back to childhood. Young and old are charmed every time. It is a business that brings a great diversity to the neighbourhood’s offering,” said Carolanne Fournel, Director of Communications and Marketing at the Coopérative du Quartier Petit Champlain.
PRECURSOR TO E-COMMERCE
While e-commerce was not common practice in the early 2000s, Brin de Folie had already made a name for herself by becoming a finalist in e-commerce at the Year 2000 Trust! Self-taught by nature, Monique Zimmermann has also created herself with the help of some reference books in HTML, her first site! Brin de Folie always gives it a lot of importance, continuously improving its website. To date, more than 1,500 items are available on the online store!
ABOUT THE COOPÉRATIVE DU QUARTIER PETIT CHAMPLAIN
Formed in 1985 following the restoration of its iconic buildings, the Coopérative du Quartier Petit Champlain brilliantly innovates to breathe life into its historic area, and thus offer a unique experience to passers-by who walk through it. Recognized as one of the most beautiful sites in Quebec (and one of the most beautiful neighbourhoods in the world!), the Quartier Petit Champlain enjoys an ideal geographical position in any season: at the foot of the cliff that separates the upper and lower levels of the provincecity, directly under the magnificent Château Frontenac. Its authentic character and extensive offer give the sector a key role in Quebec. About 40 member shops, including a legendary theatre, beautiful shops, restaurants, cafes and friendly bistros, line its charming pedestrian streets, open all year round, to the delight of people here and abroad.
Communiqué by Brouillard communication
