Saint-Jean-Baptiste Society

Under the presidency of Guy Bouthillier, and with Robin Philpot as director of communication, the St-Jean-Baptiste Society thrived to reach out the various cultural communities of Québec. Contrasting sharply with the steady flow of articles trying to stain the reputation of Québec's nationalists, these honest efforts to create ties among Quebecers of all origins and mother tongues did not go by unnoticed.

Hanging of our patriots: February 15, 1839

Hanging of our patriots on February 15, 1839

Burning of the parliament: April 25, 1849

Burning of the parliament in Montreal on April 25, 1849

Fête nationale with the Mohawks: June 24, 2000

Celebrating the Fête nationale with the Mohawks on June 24, 2000

Jewish Magna Carta of rights: June 5, 1832

Jewish Magna Carta of right adopted in Lower Canada on June 5, 1832

St. Patrick's Day Parade: March 17, 1824

First St. Patrick's Day Parade in Montreal on March 17, 1824