For the past 15 years, Quebec City has been honoring its roots each summer with the New France Festival. Previously started in 1997 as part of the city’s 400th anniversary celebration, it was ...

The first New France Festival was held in 1997 and was so popular it quickly became an annual event. For more, contact nouvellefrance.qc.ca or 1-866-391-3383. [email protected] ...

In New France, however, concerted efforts were made to teach the new arrivals French – and it was the version spoken at the royal court by the aristocrats of the north and west.

The fall of New France. By the beginning of the 18th century, New France had expanded its boundaries and contained about 20,000 citizens overall. But French fortunes in the area were destined to fall.

Offering a glimpse of France without actually having to fly to Europe, Québec has rolled out a list of new, one-of-a-kind experiences for travelers.