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  • POW WOW TRAIL 2017 The Pow-Wow is a celebration open to all where you can indulge in Native music and dancing, admire traditional costumes, sample typical dishes and explore aboriginal craftsmanship! A list of Pow-Wow 2017 held in Québec is available to help you plan your trips. DOWNLOAD THE POW-WOW TRAIL HERE

  • ABORIGINAL CUISINE
    First Nations cuisine : gourmet ? Absolutely. Unpretentious, but with real talent, our chefs cultivate traditions with a grain of salt and a hint and a modern twist. Hunting, fishing, picking and a love of sharing are the ancestral ingredients of a cuisine that ties in perfectly with the present. Welcome to the First Peoples’ table!

  • ADVENTURE IS IN OUR NATURE!
    Who better than Aboriginals to guide us through Quebec’s vast ancestral lands? On their territory, in distant corners of the province and near urban areas, they take you by the hand to share the authentic relationships core to the First Nations’ lifestyle: the ties between humans and Nature (plants, wildlife and the seasons).

NEWS

QUEBEC NATIONAL ASSEMBLY HIGHLIGHTS 25 YEARS OF ABORIGINAL TOURISM
Wendake, April 26, 2017 – Québec Aboriginal Tourism’s (QAT’s) 25 years of active involvement were acknowledged by the Quebec government through a statement by Véronyque Tremblay, Member for Chauveau, at the National Assembly. QAT Board of Directors was welcomed by Quebec Premier Philippe Couillard for the occasion.In the presence of Hon. Julie Boulet, Minister of Tourism, Hon. Geoffrey Kelley, Minister responsible for Native Affairs and Véronyque Tremblay, the Prime Minister stated that the government will continue to collaborate with the province’s 11 Nations not only in the field of tourism for which there is a strong international demand but also for the economic and social development of the First Nations and Inuit.

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ATAC Vice Chair and QAT Executive Director Dave Laveau appointed to Destination Canada’s Board of Directors

Laveau is the first Aboriginal person to be appointed to this Canadian Crown corporation
Huron-Wendat territory (Wendake, QC), April 19, 2017 – Following a transparent, merit-based process, Dave Laveau became the first Aboriginal person to be appointed to Destination Canada’s Board of Directors. The honourable Bardish Chagger, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons and Minister of Small Business and Tourism, announced eight appointments to this prestigious board through a press release today after a selection process that factored in gender equality and Canadian diversity. The appointment of Dave Laveau undoubtedly gives another platform for the leaders of the Aboriginal Tourism Association of Canada (ATAC), Québec Aboriginal Tourism (QAT) and our industry to express their views. To read the news and download on pdf.

QAT : FEDERAL GOVERNMENT RECOGNIZES 25 YEARS OF WORK
Wendake, April 12, 2017 – It was an honour yesterday for Québec Aboriginal Tourism (QAT) to see its past 25 years dedicated to the development, promotion and representation of Quebec’s Aboriginal tourism industry being recognized during Statements by Members in the House of Commons at the Parliament of Canada. QAT is the oldest Aboriginal tourism association in Canada and represents around 150 Aboriginal tourism enterprises of the 11 NATIONS.

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HISTORIC RECOGNITION OF ABORIGINAL TOURISM IN QUEBEC
Wendake, March 26, 2017 – Québec Aboriginal Tourism (QAT) proudly took part in the morning press conference at Bora Park held by Hon. Julie Boulet, Minister of Tourism, to announce the 2017-2020 Tourism Investment Plan. A funding of $70 million was announced for tourism development around five key business sectors giving a competitive edge to the province. Aboriginal tourism is at the heart of the strategies announced to fund regional initiatives.

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FEDERAL BUDGET 2017: HISTORIC MOMENT FOR ABORIGINAL TOURISM
Wendake, March 23, 20117. Québec Aboriginal Tourism (QAT) joins the Aboriginal Tourism Association of Canada (ATAC) in acknowledging and applauding the vision, support and sustainable funding announcement for Aboriginal tourism in the Federal Budget 2017. As per yesterday’s budget announcements, the federal government will invest $8.6 million in funding over four years starting 2017-18 through the department of Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada to support the development of an authentic Aboriginal tourism industry in Canada.

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The Aboriginals of Québec have been known since time immemorial for their deep-rooted values of hospitality and sharing. Across the vast expanses of our beautiful landscape, the 55 Aboriginal communities of Quebec invite all to discover an aboriginal experience peppered with the diverse flavours of our regions, nations and cultures. Come enjoy an authentic and unique experience while we welcome you to our traditional and contemporary cultures.

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