Sustainable development and inclusion

Discover more information regarding our commitment to a sustainable development and inclusion policy.

Proudly made in Québec
Made by the Quebc Winter Carnival Workshops, our souvenirs as bottle openers, and wooden horses are proudly Quebec-made.
Reducing Our Environmental Footprint
- Implementation of numerous sorting stations, including garbage bins, recycling bins, and other bins for food waste collection. - Organic materials are collected in purple bags (instead of being sent to landfill, they are sent to Québec greater urban area biomethanation center and transformed into renewable natural gas and fertilizer for the agricultural sector). - Consignaction boxes available on-site for the recycling of refundable cans and bottles. - A green brigade is present to help visitors properly sort their waste. - Fresh water stations installed on-site to refill reusable bottles and reduce the use of single-use plastic. - Recycling of event décor and upcycling initiatives to give new life to our materials. - Printed program produced on recycled and recyclable paper.
Food waste
To avoid food waste, surplus food is recovered by La Tablée des Chefs, a non-profit organization that plays a vital role in redistributing recovered food to local community organizations, thereby helping to fight food insecurity. Demander à ChatGPT
Active and Shared Mobility
- RTC bus stops located near event sites - àVélo bike-share station on Sainte-Anne Street - Bicycle parking provided courtesy of Le Vélo Vert - Partnership with AmigoExpress to promote carpooling - Ferry services with the Société des traversiers du Québec
Our 2025 Medallion
The Medallion is made of wood, compostable, and manufactured in Quebec.
Inclusion and diversity
- Throughout the Fêtes de la Nouvelle-France, the Jean Castor Family Space provides facilities for feeding and changing your children. A bottle warmer and games will also be available! - For people with reduced mobility: ramp and toilets accessible. Please note that due to the geographic layout of the Fêtes de la Nouvelle-France, the terrain may be uneven in some areas, which can be a challenge for someone with reduced mobility without assistance. An attendant will be available to help you get around the Old Québec area. - We are proud to promote a culture of respect and tolerance for all gender identities and expressions. - We are committed to celebrating and honoring the rich culture of First Nations and ensuring they have a prominent place in our event. We work closely with Indigenous communities to ensure their voices are heard and their history is celebrated.
Commitment to the Biosphere Program
An internationally recognized distinction aligned with the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and approved by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, the organization responsible for establishing and managing global sustainability standards. Certification coming soon!