U.S. alcohol returning to Quebec liquor stores in limited quantities
Quebec barred U.S. alcohol at the SAQ last year in retaliation for American tariffs on Canadian goods, framing the move as an economic response, not a safety issue.
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3 underage Quebec girls pulled from York Region home in trafficking investigation
Police in Ontario said on Saturday that three girls from Quebec have been found in Richmond Hill. Two males, aged 23 and 17, from the GTA now face human trafficking charges.
Where Canadians can view a rare 6-planet lineup over the next few days
Starting Jan. 21, Canadians can see a rare celestial event as six planets line up in the evening sky, mostly visible to the naked eye.
Winter storms: How much snow must fall for streets to be cleared
Here’s when you can expect roads to clear in Montreal, Toronto and the GTA, as cities outline how snow removal is prioritized and how long clearing typically takes.
Quebecers consuming too much salt and sugar, study warns
A major study in Quebec found that people are consuming far too much sugar and sodium, well above the amounts recommended by Health Canada.
Some Haitian migrants arrested in Quebec on Christmas Day deported to U.S.
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) said those deemed inadmissible were returned south of the border, though it did not say how many were deported.
From freezing rain to -50: Canada braces for severe winter weather
Freezing rain is set to hit parts of Ontario and Quebec as a powerful winter system brings blizzards, blowing snow and extreme cold to much of Canada.
RCMP say Haitian migrants including 3-year-old, intercepted in Quebec near border
Nineteen Haitian migrants, including young children, were arrested in southern Quebec on Christmas after illegally crossing from the U.S. in extreme cold.
Via Rail ‘mechanical failure’ triggers overnight delays, some 300 riders stranded
A mechanical failure on a Via Rail passenger train from Montreal to Toronto caused major overnight delays and left riders stranded in eastern Ontario.
Holiday season strike begins for Montreal transit maintenance workers
Montreal transit riders are being warned of delays as STM maintenance workers begin a month-long overtime strike Thursday, raising the risk of vehicle shortages and service cuts.
Dozens of Indigenous artifacts return to Canada from Vatican
First Nations, Inuit, and Métis leaders welcomed 61 Indigenous artifacts from the Vatican at Montreal’s airport, marking the first step in returning items held for decades.
Montreal fans, entrepreneurs explore bringing MLB Expos back to city
Montreal is exploring a return of Major League Baseball, with entrepreneurs and fans showing interest as the city eyes a possible new team.
Quebec losing $1.5B a year as anglophones face high unemployment, lower wages: report
A new report finds anglophones face higher unemployment and lower wages in Quebec; gaps that researchers say carry major economic consequences.
‘Your Fresh Market’ broccoli florets recalled in six provinces over Salmonella risk
The CFIA has recalled Your Fresh Market broccoli florets in six provinces due to possible Salmonella contamination, urging consumers not to eat or distribute the product.
$50K reward offered in search for missing Ontario skier at Mont-Tremblant
A $50K reward has been announced as police and family members of Liam Toman continue to search for the missing 22-year-old, who vanished during a ski trip in Mont-Tremblant.
Montreal police execute multiple raids in cross-border tobacco smuggling probe
Police carried out multiple raids in the Montreal area as part of a major investigation into cross-border tobacco smuggling between Canada and the United States.
Quebec losing 37 young nurses for every 100 who enter workforce: report
Quebec is losing 37 young nurses for every 100 who start, as burnout, long hours and violence on the job drive many out of the profession, a new report warns.
Rogers outage lawsuit moving ahead, millions may get compensation
People across Canada have reportedly been receiving text messages about a class-action lawsuit against Rogers Communications, and no, it isn't a scam.
8 arrested after officers dismantle huge Toronto-Montreal cocaine ring
In a major drug bust involving 50 officers, Montreal police dismantled a cocaine trafficking ring operating between Toronto and Quebec, arresting eight suspects.
‘I have control of your airway’: Montreal teen hailed as hero after tackling burglar
A 19-year-old Montreal student is being praised for his quick thinking and calm under pressure after coming face to face with a masked intruder in his family’s home.