As the days grow longer and the sun finally warms the late afternoons, a gentler breeze sweeps across the island. March arrives like a promise—the promise of a land preparing to awaken from its slumber. The snow begins its slow transformation, and the air carries the vibrant energy of the thaw. It is the month of transition, when we long to shake off the winter lethargy and rediscover the joy of gathering together. In Laval, March is not just a transitional month; it’s time to get in step with the rhythm of seasonthat is changing.

Follow the course of the rivers

Spring break is the perfect opportunity to reconnect with the element that defines our region: water. From February 28 to March 7, let yourself be swept away by the Rivière Rivière at C.I.EAU. Through a 360° immersive dome, you’ll dive into the heart of a drop of water, following its journey from its birth in nature to its return to the river. Between the Ice Rally and lab workshops, your budding scientists will explore the importance of this water cycle, which brings our plains back to life every spring.

The Sap Ritual

March wouldn’t be complete without the earth’s first gift: the rising sap. At the Constantin Sugar Shack or at Ferme Aux Vieux Chênes, tradition is savored with a sincere smile, in a setting that evokes the strength of the land. It’s time to gather around a bountiful table, just as in days gone by, to honor this sweet heritage. Let the warmth of the hearth and the sweetness of the syrup envelop you. This is where we celebrate the forest’s awakening and the end of the cold months.

Overcoming Darkness

As the days grow longer, the urge to keep the day going after work sets in. At Les Enfants Terribles, we invite you to adopt a new ritual to mark the end of the workday and welcome the return of daylight. Monday through Thursday, from 3 to 6 p.m., the atmosphere is perfect for socializing. Between the $1 oysters and the Jeuditini, it’s the perfect invitation to unwind and turn your routine into a moment of connection, in step with the daylight that’s gaining ground every day.

Celebrating St. Patrick's Day

On March 17, green takes center stage, but it’s the richness of our soil that fuels the celebration. To honor St. Patrick’s Day, turn to the best our land has to offer by whipping up a traditional Irish Stew. By pairing lamb from Agneau de Laval with root vegetables from the Forget Farm, you create a delicious bridge between Irish traditions and our local produce. This rustic stew is a tribute to the farmer’s patience and the quality of our livestock—a hearty feast to celebrate the imminent arrival of warmer days.

Align with the light

Don’t forget that in March, we set our clocks forward! Although popular belief often links this practice to the agricultural world, this time change was introduced to synchronize our human activities with the sun’s path. This change is the official signal that spring is just around the corner. Take advantage of this extra daylight to go observe the flora and fauna coming to life at the Nature Centre. Every extra minute of daylight is an invitation to explore the landscape and see the first rushes peeking out from beneath the melting snow.

Living in March

March continues the transformation that began with the first warm rays of sunshine. It is a pivotal month, a point in the calendar where new energy propels us toward tomorrow. Laval becomes the perfect backdrop for these moments when we gather, when we move, and when we finally embrace this light that unfailingly heralds the coming season.

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