Community Events
Stay up to date on all our programs and events!
All our community events and programs are free of charge to members of the English-speaking community.
We encourage you to register or sign up for any events that you may be interested in!
Speak & Share
Come practice your language skills in a 50% English, 50% French environment!
Our Speak & Share sessions are the perfect place to:
🗣️ Build confidence speaking French or English
🤝 Connect with other language learners in a friendly space
🎉 Have fun and improve your language skills
💬 All levels welcomeFree coffee, tea & light snacks provided.
No registration required—just drop in and say bonjour/hi!
CLOSED
Please note that our community center is closed today in order to prepare the High Tea, which will take place on september 6th!
Thank you for your understanding and we look forward to seeing you on this beautiful day!
CLOSED
Please note that our community center is closed today in order to prepare the High Tea, which will take place on september 6th!
Thank you for your understanding and we look forward to seeing you on this beautiful day!
High Tea at 100th Fête Arvida
In collaboration with the Musée du Patrimoine d’Arvida for their 100th anniversary, we invites you to the 4th edition of our Traditional High Tea! 🌸☕
Join us at Moritz Park, under the tent of Arvida fête son patrimoine, and enjoy a lovely afternoon with us!
Pay what you can with a minimum of 5$.
What’s included in the price : entry to the high tea, light snacks, selection of teas, chances to win door prizes.
Dress code: Smart / appropriate attire
Bilingual event
Ages 8 and up
Guests under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration required:
Online: https://tinyurl.com/afsp-tea
By phone: 418-543-4302
🚌 Transportation may be provided for seniors.
Space is limited, and financial arrangements may be discussed.
For more information: 581-668-1604
✨ Put on your best attire and come enjoy an elegant afternoon of tea, treats and tradition! We hope to see you there!
CLOSED
Please note that our community center is closed today for Labour Day.
We will be happy to welcome you again starting tomorrow!
Grandparent’s Day Boxes Pick-up
Pick-up for our Grandparent’s Day Boxes will take place from september 7th to 11th, between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
📍 ECO-02 Community Centre (Jonquière location)
⏰ 9:00 – 16:30 daily
Please ensure you come within the scheduled dates to collect your box.
For any questions or assistance, contact our Community Coordinator.
Speak & Share
Come practice your language skills in a 50% English, 50% French environment!
Our Speak & Share sessions are the perfect place to:
🗣️ Build confidence speaking French or English
🤝 Connect with other language learners in a friendly space
🎉 Have fun and improve your language skills
💬 All levels welcome
Free coffee, tea & light snacks provided.
No registration required—just drop in and say bonjour/hi!
Picnic Club
Join us for a community picnic at Parc de La Rivière-aux-Sables! 🧺☀️
Bring your lunch and a picnic blanket, and enjoy a relaxing afternoon outdoors with friends and the community.
Everyone is welcome! 🌞🧺
Speak & Share - Employment
Speak and Share at Goût du Sud 🌮
Join us for a casual evening of networking, conversation, and career connections at Goût du Sud!
Whether you’re looking for a new opportunity, hoping to expand your professional network, or simply interested in meeting others in the community, this event is a great chance to connect in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
📅 Time: 6:00 PM–7:30 PM
📍 Location: Goût du Sud
🍹 Included: Chips & pico de gallo, plus one drink
Registration required : https://linktr.ee/eco_02
Come meet new people, share your experience, and make valuable connections—all while enjoying some tacos and refreshments!
Paint Club
Paint Club is a welcoming creative space primarily for miniature painters (Warhammer, Dungeons & Dragons, tabletop games, and more), while remaining open to all artists who wish to participate.
Connect with others in the community, share techniques, and enjoy a relaxed evening of creativity together.
New to miniature painting or curious to try it out? Free materials are available for newcomers.
💬 This is a bilingual space. English and French speakers are both welcome.
No registration required. Just drop by!
For more information, contact us at pd@eco-02.ca
Speak & Share
Come practice your language skills in a 50% English, 50% French environment!
Our Speak & Share sessions are the perfect place to:
🗣️ Build confidence speaking French or English
🤝 Connect with other language learners in a friendly space
🎉 Have fun and improve your language skills
💬 All levels welcome
Free coffee, tea & light snacks provided.
No registration required—just drop in and say bonjour/hi!
Book Club
Join us at Arvida Library for relaxed conversations about books, authors, and all things literature related!
Unlike other book clubs, there’s no requirement to read the same books as everyone else. Instead, we offer a welcoming space to come and have discussions, make recommendations, and meet other book lovers in your community.
No registration required—just drop by.
Contact our Community Coordinator, Sararose, for more info!
Afternoon Tea
Join us for our Afternoon Tea on September 24th☀️
🫖 Afternoon Tea begins at 1:30 PM
💬 Presentation begins at 2:00 PM
We’re pleased to welcome Pharmaprix to share information about their pharmacy services, answer your questions, and highlight how your local pharmacy can support your health and well-being. 💊✨
Come enjoy some tea, connect with the community, and learn something new in a warm and relaxed atmosphere!
We hope to see you there!
Registration required due to limited space—book your spot today!
Bowling Back to the Future
Join us for a Retro Bowling Night filled with music, laughter, friendly competition, and nostalgic fun! Come dressed in your favourite retro style and get ready to bowl, laugh, and make memories together! 🎳🕺✨
By taking part, you help ECO-02 foster connections and reduce isolation among English-speaking individuals and families across the region. Your registration helps support inclusive social activities, community connections, and access to valuable information and resources—all while creating great memories together. 💬❤️
Come for the bowling, stay for the community! 🎳💙
👉 Register here: https://linktr.ee/eco_02
CLOSED
Please note that our community center is closed today in order to prepare the Saguenay Block Party, which will take place on september 26th!
Thank you for your understanding and we look forward to seeing you on this beautiful day!
CLOSED
Please note that our community center is closed today for National Day of Truth and Reconciliation.
We will be happy to welcome you again starting tomorrow!
Picnic Club
Bring your lunch and a picnic blanket, and enjoy a relaxing afternoon outdoors with friends and the community.
Practice your English and French in our Bilingual space.
Everyone is welcome! 🌞🧺
Paint Club
Paint Club is a welcoming creative space primarily for miniature painters (Warhammer, Dungeons & Dragons, tabletop games, and more), while remaining open to all artists who wish to participate.
Connect with others in the community, share techniques, and enjoy a relaxed evening of creativity together.
New to miniature painting or curious to try it out? Free materials are available for newcomers.
💬 This is a bilingual space. English and French speakers are both welcome.
No registration required. Just drop by!
For more information, contact us at pd@eco-02.ca
AGM and Open House
The secret is out… our theme is POOL PARTY! 🏖️☀️
Get ready for a splash of fun and save the date! Join us on August 22 for our AGM from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Don't miss our Open House, happening from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., before and after the AGM, with activities for all ages throughout the day. We can't wait to celebrate with you! 🫧
Register before August 11 and receive 3 entries instead of just 1 for our AGM prize draw! The winner will be announced during the AGM (the winner must be present to win), so don't miss your chance to triple your odds!
In addition, Goût du sud will be catering the event : tacos starting at 11:30 a.m. for the first 40 people! 🌮
The AGM is your chance to learn about our achievements over the past year and our plans for the next 12 months.
For more details about the AGM (agenda, Last Year’s Minutes, …) or to register, click on the button below.
About the AGM
This is your chance to learn about our achievements over the past year and our plans for the next 12 months.
You will have the opportunity to:
Hear a financial overview of the organization
Learn about last year’s achievements
Vote in new board members
In addition, there will be complimentary coffee, tea and light snacks.
Please note: Everyone is welcome to attend our AGM, but only ECO-02 members can vote in new board members.
Become a Board Member
We have 4 positions available on our board of directors this year.
We are particularly interested to hear from those with experience in Human Ressources, Legal and Finance. However, anyone interested in contributing to our organization is encouraged to apply!
Please email your completed application form to ed@eco-02.ca by August 20th 2026.
Click below to download your application to become a member.
Speak & Share
Come practice your language skills in a 50% English, 50% French environment!
Our Speak & Share sessions are the perfect place to:
🗣️ Build confidence speaking French or English
🤝 Connect with other language learners in a friendly space
🎉 Have fun and improve your language skills
💬 All levels welcomeFree coffee, tea & light snacks provided.
No registration required—just drop in and say bonjour/hi!
CLOSED
Please note that our community center is closed today in order to prepare our Open House and our AGM, which will take place on august 22th!
Thank you for your understanding and we look forward to seeing you on this beautiful day!
Hiking Club
Ready to hit the trail? Join our Hiking Club and explore the Parc National des Monts-Valin.
We'll be hitting the trail at 13am, but Tyler (hiking volunteer) will be there from 12:30 to welcome participants at the visitor centre.
Please note: While it is free to register for this event, participants will need to pay an entry fee to the site of $10.10 (taxes included). Under 17s go free. SEPAQ annual pass holders will not need to pay this fee.
Speak & Share
Come practice your language skills in a 50% English, 50% French environment!
Our Speak & Share sessions are the perfect place to:
🗣️ Build confidence speaking French or English
🤝 Connect with other language learners in a friendly space
🎉 Have fun and improve your language skills
💬 All levels welcomeFree coffee, tea & light snacks provided.
No registration required—just drop in and say bonjour/hi!
Paint Club
Paint Club is a welcoming creative space primarily for miniature painters (Warhammer, Dungeons & Dragons, tabletop games, and more), while remaining open to all artists who wish to participate.
Connect with others in the community, share techniques, and enjoy a relaxed evening of creativity together.
New to miniature painting or curious to try it out? Free materials are available for newcomers.
💬 This is a bilingual space. English and French speakers are both welcome.
No registration required. Just drop by!
For more information, contact us at pd@eco-02.ca
CLOSED
Please note, the ECO-02 Community Centre will be closed for the summer break each Friday till the 7th of August.
*The Youth Nights will continue through the summer every 2nd Friday, from 4 PM to 9 PM, despite the closure of the centre during the day.
Speak & Share
Come practice your language skills in a 50% English, 50% French environment!
Our Speak & Share sessions are the perfect place to:
🗣️ Build confidence speaking French or English
🤝 Connect with other language learners in a friendly space
🎉 Have fun and improve your language skills
💬 All levels welcomeFree coffee, tea & light snacks provided.
No registration required—just drop in and say bonjour/hi!
CLOSED
Please note, the ECO-02 Community Centre will be closed for the summer break each Friday till the 7th of August.
*The Youth Nights will continue through the summer every 2nd Friday, from 4 PM to 9 PM, despite the closure of the centre during the day.
Paint Club
Paint Club is a welcoming creative space primarily for miniature painters (Warhammer, Dungeons & Dragons, tabletop games, and more), while remaining open to all artists who wish to participate.
Connect with others in the community, share techniques, and enjoy a relaxed evening of creativity together.
New to miniature painting or curious to try it out? Free materials are available for newcomers.
💬 This is a bilingual space. English and French speakers are both welcome.
No registration required. Just drop by!
For more information, contact us at pd@eco-02.ca
CLOSED
Please note, the ECO-02 Community Centre will be closed for the summer break each Friday till the 7th of August.
*The Youth Nights will continue through the summer every 2nd Friday, from 4 PM to 9 PM, despite the closure of the centre during the day.
Creative Scrapbooking Night
Come customize your own creations, discover a new activity and spend a beautiful evening with the community. A moment to create, relax and let your creativity shine! ✂️📸
Speak & Share
Come practice your language skills in a 50% English, 50% French environment!
Our Speak & Share sessions are the perfect place to:
🗣️ Build confidence speaking French or English
🤝 Connect with other language learners in a friendly space
🎉 Have fun and improve your language skills
💬 All levels welcome
Free coffee, tea & light snacks provided.
No registration required—just drop in and say bonjour/hi!
Hiking Club
Ready to hit the trail? Join our Hiking Club and explore the Parc National des Monts-Valin.
We'll be hitting the trail at 13am, but Tyler (hiking volunteer) will be there from 12:30 to welcome participants at the visitor centre.
Please note: While it is free to register for this event, participants will need to pay an entry fee to the site of $10.10 (taxes included). Under 17s go free. SEPAQ annual pass holders will not need to pay this fee.
Summer Festival, Berry Picking
Come celebrate summer with us and enjoy our Summer Festival with Farm Almas and Murielle featuring:
Berry picking 🍓
Face painting for children 🎨
Hot dogs and lemonade 🌭🥤
Outdoor games and family-friendly activities 🌞
Community gathering and socializing 🤝
And more surprises! ✨
🎟️ $10 per person — and children under 3 years old can join for free!
CLOSED
Please note, the ECO-02 Community Centre will be closed for the summer break each Friday till the 7th of August.
*The Youth Nights will continue through the summer every 2nd Friday, from 4 PM to 9 PM, despite the closure of the centre during the day.
CLOSED
Please note that our community center is closed today in order to prepare our Summer Festival – Berry Picking, which will take place on July 18th!
Thank you for your understanding and we look forward to seeing you on this beautiful summer day!
Speak & Share
Come practice your language skills in a 50% English, 50% French environment!
Our Speak & Share sessions are the perfect place to:
🗣️ Build confidence speaking French or English
🤝 Connect with other language learners in a friendly space
🎉 Have fun and improve your language skills
💬 All levels welcome
Free coffee, tea & light snacks provided.
No registration required—just drop in and say bonjour/hi!
Paint Club
Paint Club is a welcoming creative space primarily for miniature painters (Warhammer, Dungeons & Dragons, tabletop games, and more), while remaining open to all artists who wish to participate.
Connect with others in the community, share techniques, and enjoy a relaxed evening of creativity together.
New to miniature painting or curious to try it out? Free materials are available for newcomers.
💬 This is a bilingual space. English and French speakers are both welcome.
No registration required. Just drop by!
For more information, contact us at pd@eco-02.ca
CLOSED
Please note, the ECO-02 Community Centre will be closed for the summer break each Friday till the 7th of August.
*The Youth Nights will continue through the summer every 2nd Friday, from 4 PM to 9 PM, despite the closure of the centre during the day.
Speak & Share
Come practice your language skills in a 50% English, 50% French environment!
Our Speak & Share sessions are the perfect place to:
🗣️ Build confidence speaking French or English
🤝 Connect with other language learners in a friendly space
🎉 Have fun and improve your language skills
💬 All levels welcome
Free coffee, tea & light snacks provided.
No registration required—just drop in and say bonjour/hi!
CLOSED
Please note, the ECO-02 Community Centre will be closed for the summer break each Friday till the 7th of August.
*The Youth Nights will continue through the summer every 2nd Friday, from 4 PM to 9 PM, despite the closure of the centre during the day.
CLOSED
Please note, the ECO-02 Community Centre will be closed for Canada Day.
We look forward to welcoming you back on Thursday, July 2th!
Hiking Club
Ready to hit the trail? Join our Hiking Club and explore the stunning natural beauty of Saguenay with fellow outdoor enthusiasts and community members!
This month’s hike takes us to the Eucher Trail in La Baie — a scenic route that typically takes around 2 hours to complete, depending on pace and fitness level.
Registration required.
Paint Club
Paint Club is a welcoming creative space primarily for miniature painters (Warhammer, Dungeons & Dragons, tabletop games, and more), while remaining open to all artists who wish to participate.
Connect with others in the community, share techniques, and enjoy a relaxed evening of creativity together.
New to miniature painting or curious to try it out? Free materials are available for newcomers.
💬 This is a bilingual space. English and French speakers are both welcome.
No registration required. Just drop by!
For more information, contact us at pd@eco-02.ca
90's Trivia Night
Get ready to rewind time at the ULTIMATE 90s Trivia Night!🕶️
From iconic movies and unforgettable music to pop culture moments that defined a decade, this trivia night will put your 90s knowledge to the test.
⚔️ Compete in teams (up to 4 members)
🏆 Win epic prizes
🎟️ Free entry
🔞 Ages 18 and over
Whether you’re an 90s superfan or just in it for a great night out, everyone is welcome to join the fun!
Spaces are limited—book your spot today!
Pause Jasette
Are you a healthcare professional looking to practice your English?
Join our Career Development Coordinator Gaby at Thursday lunch times on Zoom!
These online sessions are loosely structured and judgment-free. Whether you just want to listen or are ready to jump into the conversation, you’re welcome to join!
Contact Gaby for more information or to get the Zoom invite!
Pause Jasette
Are you a healthcare professional looking to practice your English?
Join our Career Development Coordinator Gaby at Thursday lunch times on Zoom!
These online sessions are loosely structured and judgment-free. Whether you just want to listen or are ready to jump into the conversation, you’re welcome to join!
Contact Gaby for more information or to get the Zoom invite!