The scaffolding will be removed from the facade of Notre-Dame Basilica in Montreal
While the restoration of the facade is complete, the basilica still has several years of work ahead of it.
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PQ leader asks caucus to stay ready for next election after minority win
St-Pierre Plamondon and his fellow elected members of the Parti Québécois will be sworn in on Oct. 15, and his cabinet will be announced on Oct. 21.
Family of Quebec teen shot dead by police to learn name of officers involved
Quebec Superior Court approved a deal that will see more information turned over to Nooran Rezayi's family and a handful of others, under the condition that it remain confidential.
Google and environmental group to question Hydro-Québec consultants on data centres
Quebec's energy regulator, the Régie de l'énergie, will also question the experts as part of the public hearing on proposed rate hikes for data centres.
Consultants for Hydro-Québec defend proposal to double energy costs for data centres
The analysts from energy and climate consulting firm Dunsky delivered the message at a public hearing reviewing Hydro-Québec's proposal to hike rates charged to data centres.
Montreal mayor says city will offer 3,000 spots in emergency shelters for unhoused
The mayor says homelessness is the biggest humanitarian crisis the city is facing.
Consultants for Hydro-Québec defend proposal to double energy costs for data centres
The analysts from energy and climate consulting firm Dunsky delivered this message at a public hearing reviewing Hydro-Québec's proposal to hike rates charged to data centres.
Lawyer seeks order forcing Quebec legislature members to swear oath to the King
Lawyers are seeking an emergency order from Quebec Superior Court that would require newly elected members of the provincial legislature to swear an oath of allegiance to the King.
Parti Québécois will request recount in Montreal-area riding
PQ candidate Stephan Fogaing trailed Quebec Liberal candidate Affine Lwalalika by 10 votes in the initial results in the Vachon riding, on Montreal's south shore.
Person dies after exchanging shots with Quebec provincial police
The Bureau des enquêtes indépendantes says police received a call at around 4:30 p.m. Tuesday about an armed person in crisis in a residence in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield.
Polytechnique looks to revive nuclear studies as Quebec’s only reactor turns 50
"Slowpoke" is a suitable name for Quebec's only working nuclear reactor. It only produces about 20 kilowatts of thermal energy, or enough to power six or seven toasters.
Alberta separatists see an ally in Quebec premier-designate St-Pierre Plamondon
Separatist leaders feel the Parti Québécois victory could change the political dynamic of Canada, especially since its leader has shown willingness to support Alberta independence.
5 takeaways from Quebec election as Parti Québécois forms minority government
Quebec voters elected a Parti Québécois minority government Monday, completing a dramatic political comeback and paving the way for an eventual third sovereignty referendum.
Alex Ovechkin to play nine more games in Canada
Alex Ovechkin has announced the 2026-27 NHL season will be his last.
Quebec’s consumer protections updated to ensure good working order of products
The updated legal warranty in Quebec applies for up to five years for washers, dryers and dishwashers and up to four years for televisions.
Montreal transit agency investigating death of man who fell onto subway tracks
The Société de transport de Montréal says the man was unable to get back onto the platform and was struck by a train at the Lionel-Groulx subway station.
PQ leads a crowded Quebec election field into vote
Quebec's campaign trail has been more crowded than ever in 2026, with five parties potentially in a position to have members elected for the first time in 50 years.
Alouettes top Bombers 37-10, clinch East Division
Tyson Philpot added three more milestones to an already remarkable season Saturday night.
Raptors fall to Heat 129-105 in Quebec City
The Toronto Raptors had their six-game winning streak in Quebec snapped with a 129-105 pre-season defeat against the Miami Heat in the first-ever NBA game in Quebec City on Saturday at Centre Vidéotron.
Quebec City police investigate death of 21-year-old man as homicide
Quebec City police say the death of a 21-year-old man found in a home Friday is being investigated as a homicide.
AI ‘journalists’ start to appear in Canada
Quebec correspondent "Geneviève Tremblay" — who has been reporting on multiple news stories a day lately — seemed to be experiencing a glitch.
Quebec political leaders make final pitch as election campaign nears end
The leaders of Quebec's five main parties will make their last pitches to undecided voters over the weekend, with the election set for Monday.
Quebec Conservative Leader Éric Duhaime admits to using AI to write book
Duhaime, who previously worked as a columnist and radio host, said he used AI to structure his thoughts and that the ideas in the book are all his.
Women 60 and over vastly outnumbered by men on Quebec’s campaign trail
While Anne Latendresse has good reasons to enter politics in her 60s, her choice is less common for women of her age.
Quebec party leaders work to shore up support as campaign enters final stretch
Several of the leaders spent Thursday trying to shore up support in ridings that are expected to be tight races for their parties.
Lawyers challenge Montreal bylaw banning insults against city employees
A group of lawyers has filed a legal challenge of a new Montreal bylaw banning insults against city employees, including police.
Hydro-Québec to face off against industry actors like Google in data centre hearing
A Hydro-Québec proposal that could double the cost of energy for data centres is being put to the test at a public hearing.
Advocates say Quebec rules keep unhoused voters from polls as election nears
Quebec’s rules for voters without a fixed address are more restrictive than federal rules, and advocates say the gap is disenfranchising a population.
Parti Québécois leader aiming for a majority with election days away
Several parties made commitments aimed at improving relations with First Nations and Inuit as Canada marked the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Cowan, Stolarz push Maple Leafs past Islanders 2-1
Easton Cowan had a goal and an assist as the Toronto Maple Leafs topped the New York Islanders 2-1 on Wednesday night.
78-year-old man charged with first-degree murder in partner’s death in Laval
Laval police say a 78-year-old man has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of his 77-year-old partner.
PQ leader promises to break with monarchy if elected
Questioned on the constitutionality of such a move, Paul St-Pierre Plamondon said his party would table a law to abolish the monarchy in Quebec.
Party leaders continue appeal to voters as Quebec election campaign enters 35th day
The leaders of Quebec's main political parties are continuing to appeal to voters with less than a week to go in the provincial election campaign.
New-look Maple Leafs fall to Canadiens
Gavin McKenna has known for quite some time his NHL debut would come Tuesday night.
Canadiens down Maple Leafs in McKenna’s NHL debut
Josh Anderson and Alexandre Carrier had a goal and an assist each as the Montreal Canadiens topped the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 in the regular-season opener for both teams Tuesday.
Leafs GM John Chayka reflects on Marchenko deal
John Chayka placed another big bet on his Maple Leafs.
Quebec candidates have less than a week to make pitches as election day nears
Talk of possible U.S. interference in the Quebec election continues to swirl going into the final week of the campaign, with six days left.
‘Radicalized’ subculture found among Montreal officers, internal police documents show
The documents include a copy of Dagher's presentation to the municipal committee and draft speaking notes describing how police handled the incident at the Montréal-Nord station.
Rivalries renewed as fresh NHL season begins
A new NHL season kicks off tonight with some historic rivalries and the reigning Stanley Cup champions celebrating their title.
Maple Leafs looking to rebound after ugly season
William Nylander was hanging out up top in a private suite.
Quebec election campaign entering final week as voters start to cast early ballots
Those who attended advance polls on Sunday told The Canadian Press issues such as health care, the economy, language and the environment were central to their vote.
Canada’s premiers tight-lipped on constitutional changes in Alberta referendum
Albertans will vote on several proposals, including three of which would likely require the support of more than half of Canada's legislatures.
Nine Islamic schools on high alert after email threatening ‘slaughter’ of Muslims
The Muslim Association of Canada says nine schools it operates across Canada are on high alert after the schools received an email this week threatening violence against Muslims.
Quebec author dropped from Goncourt amid AI, plagiarism allegations
The Académie Goncourt has removed Quebec author Thélyson Orélien’s novel from a list of finalists for the prestigious French literary prize.
Games to circle on this season’s NHL calendar
The NHL opens its 1,344-game regular-season schedule next week. The league's 32 teams will play 84 contests each — up from 82 — for the first time since the 1993-94 campaign following pared-down training camps.
Quebec party leaders wrapping up another week of election campaign
Quebec political party leaders are out campaigning on the 30th day of the provincial election campaign.
A Montreal encampment shaped Quebec’s race, but survival is top priority
It’s a small community where a number of people say they are more concerned about the onset of cold weather than they are about the Oct. 5 election.
Five takeaways from final debate of Quebec election campaign
The leaders of Quebec's five major political parties dove into their third and final debate of the election campaign, hosted by Radio-Canada on Wednesday evening.
Former Montreal Canadiens owner George Gillett Jr. dies at 87
George Gillett Jr. bought the Bell Centre (then Molson Centre) and a majority stake in the Canadiens for $275 million on Jan. 31, 2001.
Montreal’s inspector general recommends a $700,000 fine for waste-management company
Montreal’s inspector general is recommending the city fine a waste-management company $700,000 for failing to follow municipal subcontracting rules.