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Claim Text: Visiting the former jail cells in the center’s basement has become a hit with tourists.
Simplified Text: Visiting jail cells in center's basement has become a hit with tourists
Confidence Score: 0.950
Claim Maker: The author
Context Type: News Article
Subject Tags: Tourism
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Created: February 15, 2026 at 6:22 PM (6 months ago)
Last Updated: February 15, 2026 at 6:22 PM (6 months ago)

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A Haven for English in the Most French of North American Cities

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https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/11/world/canada/quebec-city-morrin-centre.html?campaign_id=9&emc=edit_nn_20250811&instance_id=160309&nl=the-morning&regi_id=122976029&segment_id=203666&user_id=b25c5730c89e0c73f75709d8f1254337

The Morrin Centre, a former jail turned library, serves as a vital hub for Quebec City's English-speaking community. It offers a safe space for conversation and a reminder that they are not alone. The article explores the history and current role of the center in a city where French dominance is enshrined in law.

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