Community Events & Programs
Saguenay—Lac-Saint-Jean
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!
Tumble Bums Playgroup
Join us for our monthly drop-in playgroup for parents and caregivers with young children (ages 6 and under)!
Enjoy a free coffee/tea/hot chocolate and connect with other families while the little ones play in our kitted-out kids’ corner.
No registration required—just drop by!
Contact our Community Coordinator, Sararose, for more info!
Rise & Shine Breakfast: Ageless Screening
Come kickstart your morning with a free breakfast and short film screening!
We’re serving up a free, catered breakfast and a perfect chance to meet new people, reconnect with familiar faces, and enjoy a friendly community vibe.
After breakfast, we’ll be screening Ageless, a short film starring members of our community that takes a creative look at ageism. Then stick around for an open discussion circle where everyone can share thoughts, reactions, and ideas.
Come for the food, stay for the film, and leave with great conversations and new connections!
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!
Pause Jasette
Are you a healthcare professional looking to practice your English?
Join our Program Director Ashley 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!
Causerie bébé 0-18 mois
ECO-02 is proud to collaborate with Parensemble on an upcoming Causerie Bébé in Dolbeau-Mistassini on Dec 11.
If you are a parent of children aged 0-18 months in Lac St-Jean, then drop by to connect with other parents and learn about how our services can help English speakers living in the region.
No registration required!
Youth Drop-In Hours
Our Youth Drop-In Hours run every other Friday. These sessions are for youths (aged 13-19) to make use of the ECO-02 Community Space and its resources.
This Friday, Dec 12, we are hosting a holiday party: The Snow Ball!
Free pizza dinner (5pm)
Optional gift exchange (7pm)
Hot chocolate bar
Christmas movies
And more!
If you would like to take part in the optional White Elephant gift exchange, here are the rules:
Everyone brings a wrapped gift (maximum budget: $20).
Players draw numbers to determine pick order.
Player 1 picks a gift and opens it.
The following players can choose to either pick an unwrapped gift from the pool or steal a previous player’s gift. Anyone who gets their gift stolen in this way can do the same – choose a new gift or steal from someone else.
After all players have had a turn, the first player gets a chance to swap the gift he or she is holding for any other opened gift.
That’s it! Just remember to respect the budget and have fun!
No registration required—just drop by!
Paint Club
Paint Club is the perfect space for artists of all kinds—whether you're painting miniature figurines, watercolors, acrylics, or anything in between. Come join us and get creative with other artists in your community!
New to the hobby? We have free materials for you to try!
This is a bilingual space. So whether you speak English or French, you're in good company!
No registration required—just drop by!
For more info, drop us a line at pd@eco-02.ca
Triolait: Babywearing Workshop
Triolait are hosting their Babywearing Workshops at our Community Centre on 28 October, 18 November & 16 December.
These workshop will be delivered in French, but if you want to attend as an English speaker, they have bilingual staff and ECO-02 staff will be on-site and can accompany you during the workshop.
Registration is required due to limited space.
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!
Pause Jasette
Are you a healthcare professional looking to practice your English?
Join our Program Director Ashley 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!
Bilingual Pyjama Storytime
Bring the kids for a bedtime story activity, complete with milk and cookies!
All you need is your pyjamas and to let us know of any dietary restrictions.
Limited space available. Registration required.
CLOSED
Please note, the ECO-02 Community Centre will be closed for the winter break from Dec 20-Jan 4.
We look forward to welcoming you back on Monday, Jan 5.
Wreath Making Workshop
Come enjoy a relaxed, hands-on activity creating a beautiful holiday wreath at Pépinière Boréalis on Friday, 5 December, 6–8pm 🎄✨
It’s the perfect opportunity to try something creative, meet others, and get into the festive spirit!
🏷️ Love a bargain?
The regular price to attend this workshop at Pépinière Borealis is $57.99 per person (+ tax), but you can take advantage of our half-price tickets and get yours for just $30 (taxes included!)
No crafting experience necessary. Just bring yourself and any ideas you’d like to try!
🔞 This workshop is for adults (18+) only.
Places are limited. Book your spot now!
Pause Jasette
Are you a healthcare professional looking to practice your English?
Join our Program Director Ashley 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!
Triolait: Le développement moteur du bébe
Triolait are hosting a free workshop at our Community Centre about baby motor development.
This session is in French, but if you want to attend as an English speaker, they have bilingual staff and ECO-02 staff will be on-site and can accompany you during the workshop.
Registration is required due to limited space.
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 the perfect space for artists of all kinds—whether you're painting miniature figurines, watercolors, acrylics, or anything in between. Come join us and get creative with other artists in your community!
New to the hobby? We have free materials for you to try!
This is a bilingual space. So whether you speak English or French, you're in good company!
No registration required—just drop by!
For more info, drop us a line at pd@eco-02.ca
Youth Drop-In: Zootherapy
Our Youth Drop-In Hours happen every other Friday. These sessions are for our younger community members (aged 13-19) to make use of the ECO-02 Community Space and its resources, including:
Streaming services (Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+)
Board games
Video game (Playstation 4, Nintendo Switch)
Books and manga
Study corner
Free light snacks and drinks
Friday, 14 November will feature a special Zootherapy session with Zootherapy Mama Mia.
Registration required to do limited space—booking info coming soon.
Biodanza: Dance & Bloom
Looking for a gentle, low-impact way to bring more movement and joy into your week?
Biodanza combines music, movement, and connection to help you express yourself, release stress, and rediscover the simple pleasure of moving your body—no dance experience needed!
Biodanza Boréale is offering 4 free sessions at the ECO-02 Community Centre this November.
🧘 If you enjoy yoga, tai chi, or dancing, you’ll love the energy and fun of Biodanza.
♿ Got mobility challenges? It’s fully adaptable for everyone!
Spaces are limited. Register now to save your spot!
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!
Bilingual Pyjama Story Time
Join us for a kids bedtime story activity, complete with milk and cookies!
All you need is your pyjamas and to let us know of any dietary restrictions.
Limited space available. Registration required.
Biodanza: Dance & Bloom
Looking for a gentle, low-impact way to bring more movement and joy into your week?
Biodanza combines music, movement, and connection to help you express yourself, release stress, and rediscover the simple pleasure of moving your body—no dance experience needed!
Biodanza Boréale is offering 4 free sessions at the ECO-02 Community Centre this November.
🧘 If you enjoy yoga, tai chi, or dancing, you’ll love the energy and fun of Biodanza.
♿ Got mobility challenges? It’s fully adaptable for everyone!
Spaces are limited. Register now to save your spot!
Pause Jasette
Are you a healthcare professional looking to practice your English?
Join our Program Director Ashley 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!
Book Club
Meet with fellow lovers of literacy at our monthly Book Club, in partnership with La Ville de Saguenay.
This isn’t the kind of book club where participants have to read the same book. Instead, it’s a place to come together and have discussions about favourite authors and genres, and share recommendations on your recent reads.
No registration required—just drop by and join us at the Arvida Library.
Contact Sararose, our Community Coordinator, for more details.
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!
Triolait: Babywearing Workshop
Triolait are hosting their Babywearing Workshops at our Community Centre on 28 October, 18 November & 16 December.
These workshop will be delivered in French, but if you want to attend as an English speaker, they have bilingual staff and ECO-02 staff will be on-site and can accompany you during the workshop.
Registration is required due to limited space.
Paint Club
Paint Club is the perfect space for artists of all kinds—whether you're painting miniature figurines, watercolors, acrylics, or anything in between. Come join us and get creative with other artists in your community!
New to the hobby? We have free materials for you to try!
This is a bilingual space. So whether you speak English or French, you're in good company!
No registration required—just drop by!
For more info, drop us a line at pd@eco-02.ca
Tumble Bums Playgroup
Join us for our monthly drop-in playgroup for parents and caregivers with young children!
Connect with other families and let your little ones (ages 6 and under) play and make new friends in a welcoming space.
📍 This month's session will take place at La Salle Marguerite-Tellier at Bibliothèque de Chicoutimi, from 13:30-15:00.
No registration required—just drop in!
Patro de Jonquière: Soirée 12-17
There is no Youth Drop-In at ECO-02 this week.
Instead, we are going to attend the Soirée 12-17 event at Patro de Jonquière, where there will be:
DJ Simon Antony
Entertainment
On-site cafeteria
And more!
There is a $3 entry fee and tickets are available at the door.
If you require transportation to the event, Patro de Jonquière are offering a transport service. Click here for more info.
Vivre Saguenay–Le Fjord: Recontres et Découvertes!
This event, organized by the City of Saguenay, will bring together more than 50 organizations, municipal services, and community partners for a major festive, inclusive, and participatory gathering.
Program:
1–7pm, Discoveries and Encounters: interactive booths, storytelling, percussion, entertainment, and hands-on activities
6–10pm, Festive Evening: 2 DJs, interactive entertainment, and free pizza (limited quantity)
This free event is open to everyone.
It’s a wonderful opportunity to discover Saguenay through its community, cultural, and civic life—to meet the people who bring our region to life and celebrate the human and cultural diversity that makes it so special.
The ECO-02 team will also be there operating a photo booth, so be sure to drop by and say hi!
Biodanza: Dance & Bloom
Looking for a gentle, low-impact way to bring more movement and joy into your week?
Biodanza combines music, movement, and connection to help you express yourself, release stress, and rediscover the simple pleasure of moving your body—no dance experience needed!
Biodanza Boréale is offering 4 free sessions at the ECO-02 Community Centre this November.
🧘 If you enjoy yoga, tai chi, or dancing, you’ll love the energy and fun of Biodanza.
♿ Got mobility challenges? It’s fully adaptable for everyone!
Spaces are limited. Register now to save your spot!
Pause Jasette
Are you a healthcare professional looking to practice your English?
Join our Program Director Ashley 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!
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!
Walking Club
Explore Saguenay’s scenic trails, connect with fellow community members, and get your daily steps in at our monthly Walking Club!
This month will be the last Walking Club session until spring 2026, so come join us for a final wander through Parc Price!
Meet us at the entrance of the park (click to view on Google Maps). We’ll wait 10 minutes for latecomers before setting off.
📞 If you need to reach us on the day of the walk, you can contact Sararose (Community Coordinator) at 418-543-4302.
CENTRE CLOSED
Please note, the ECO-02 Community Centre will be closed all day on Tuesday, 11 November for Remembrance Day.
Mindfulness Retreat for Parents: Placing Family Roots
Join us for Day 2 of our free Mindfulness Retreat for Parents: Placing Family Roots, where you will:
Explore self-care techniques
Connect with other parents
Discover community resources
At the first workshop, we explored self-care techniques and tips. During this second workshop, we will incorporate your child into the activities (if present), so that you can practice and build upon what you learned in the first one.
Didn’t make it to the first workshop? No problem!
You will still be able to benefit from and participate in all activities while connecting with other parents.
Free daycare available for children aged 12 months-10 years old.
Spaces are limited. Book your spot today!
Biodanza: Dance & Bloom
Looking for a gentle, low-impact way to bring more movement and joy into your week?
Biodanza combines music, movement, and connection to help you express yourself, release stress, and rediscover the simple pleasure of moving your body—no dance experience needed!
Biodanza Boréale is offering 4 free sessions at the ECO-02 Community Centre this November.
🧘 If you enjoy yoga, tai chi, or dancing, you’ll love the energy and fun of Biodanza.
♿ Got mobility challenges? It’s fully adaptable for everyone!
Spaces are limited. Register now to save your spot!
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 the perfect space for artists of all kinds—whether you're painting miniature figurines, watercolors, acrylics, or anything in between. Come join us and get creative with other artists in your community!
New to the hobby? We have free materials for you to try!
This is a bilingual space. So whether you speak English or French, you're in good company!
No registration required—just drop by!
For more info, drop us a line at pd@eco-02.ca
Youth Halloween Party: The Eye Ball
A frightful sight awaits you at The Eye Ball… our Halloween party for younger community members.
After an evening of trick-or-treating, stop by the ECO-02 Community Centre to enjoy spooky music, gruesome games, and delicious pizza.
Plus, in full Halloween spirit, there will be a chilling costume contest with plenty of prizes to be won!
Registration Info
Please note, registration must be done by a parent.
This is a late night event and participants must be collected by parents by midnight.
So if you think you can handle the eeriness of The Eye Ball, then register your spot today (must be done by a parent)!
Pause Jasette
Are you a healthcare professional looking to practice your English?
Join our Program Director Ashley on Thursdays at noon 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!
Speak & Share
Come enjoy a warm cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate while practicing your language skills in a 50% English, 50% French environment!
Our Speak & Share sessions are the perfect place to:
🗣️ Build confidence speaking French
🤝 Connect with others in a friendly, supportive space
🎉 Have fun, meet new people, and improve your language skills
💬 Whether you’re beginner or advanced—everyone is welcome!
No registration required. Just drop in and say bonjour!