For fans of emerging music, as well as the big names in Quebec culture, Colline is an open-air festival that favors experiences on a human scale, thanks to a family atmosphere that emphasizes closeness to the community and nature in a slow-living context.The festival takes place during the Perseids, that rain of shooting stars in August, in the heart of the world's first International Dark Sky Reserve, that of Mont Mégantic.
La Chapelle du rang 1 is an intimate performance venue in the former St. Barnabas Anglican chapel in Lac-Mégantic. A cultural window on the Eastern Townships, La Chapelle has been celebrating Quebec and international music for over 5 years. Paul Piché, Safia Nolin, Tire le Coyote, Pomme, Les Louanges, Dan Bigras and many others have taken to the stage to create a unique musical experience in Lac-Mégantic. The chapel seats just 60, making the shows magical and unique.
The heritage railway station is the new official tourist reception area for the Town of Lac-Mégantic. Here you'll find exhibits about the town's history, its unique electrical microgrid and cultural activities.
Circuit-court showcases artisans from the Eastern Townships. Their resources make it easy to discover the locations—workshops or shops—where you can meet local artisans. Below, you’ll find artisans from the Granite Region. Contact them to schedule a visit to their workshop or shop, or to sign up for a workshop.
COAST 95, a Quebec-based clothing and accessories brand, draws inspiration from a nomadic lifestyle and spontaneous journeys. Founded by designer and seamstress Sabrina Dubé, the brand—which embodies the spirit of adventure and discovery—took shape following several road trips in a van.
Suzie Duchesneau creates beautiful, functional ceramic pieces inspired by the mythical places and characters of her region. Her creations range from small series to one-of-a-kind pieces characterized by a modern style and a finish that is both rustic and refined.
Located in an idyllic setting, Bloom is a jewelry design and import company that blends bohemian and chic styles. Enthusiastic artisan and entrepreneur Elizabeth Fortier finds in jewelry design a deeply personal way to create and offer products that reflect her own style.
Philippe Foley is an exceptional woodworker and contractor. Committed to meeting his clients’ needs, Philippe has developed a remarkable skill for transforming their trees into custom-made furniture and accessories.
Muriel Lassagne has always been an artisan at heart. Creativity, authenticity, and attention to detail are integral parts of her personality and serve as the driving force behind her creative energy. The light, colors, and texture of glass captivate and deeply inspire her.
An experienced craftsman in the woodworking field for many years, Christian Perron is a carpenter specializing in interior finishes. His home is a work of art in itself. Marches au bois offers products of remarkable quality, unique pieces that reflect the personalities of his clients.
Étienne Verrault has always been fascinated by objects steeped in history and imbued with symbolic significance. For this budding collector, the knife remains the prime example. Starting with high-quality steel, he designs his knives—from the tip of the blade to the handle—in close collaboration with each client.
After studying art and design, Alain Laferrière worked for 18 years as an architectural designer. Having always been fascinated by furniture making and sculpture, this native of the Montérégie region decided to turn his attention to crafting eco-friendly toys and games from recycled wood he finds here and there in his surroundings.
Stéphanie Soulard, a fashion and textile designer, runs her workshop-boutique, Couture & Violette Textiles, with passion and dedication! A space dedicated to eco-friendly design and textile innovation, the place is brimming with new technologies.
When you walk through the doors of Lucie Lavallée’s studio, you’d think you’d stepped into Ali Baba’s cave—the shelves are so generously stocked with her creations and brimming with little treasures. Glasses, mugs, jars, tableware of all kinds, decorative items—the ceramicist’s work is diverse and a true reflection of her boundless creativity.
Romain Desglands has chosen to channel his creativity into infrastructure projects set in natural environments. He draws inspiration from the structure and magic of the forest to create playful and educational objects made from scraps of hardwood used in woodworking.
Benoit Houle is a jack-of-all-trades with a rare sense of curiosity. Benoit enrolled in the Montreal School of Jewelry, from which he graduated in 2018.
At the helm of Atelier Inter Ligna, an eco-friendly design and manufacturing company, is Alexandre Maheux, a craftsman and designer with boundless creativity. He undertakes large-scale outdoor and scenographic projects.
