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Michael Sabia’s appointment as Hydro-Québec CEO already sparking controversyThe Quebec government is set to name Michael Sabia as the Hydro-Québec’s next CEO. Sabia formerly headed the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec and he is currently Canada’s deputy finance minister. His impending nomination at Hydro-Québec has sparked a whirlwind of reaction. Global’s Tim Sargeant reports.CanadaMay 24, 2023
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REM electric train network to receive extension with 2 new lines to serve Montreal’s north and east endsThe Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec announced a massive expansion to Montreal’s REM electric train network. Two new branches will connect the city’s north and east ends to downtown. But as Global’s Benson Cook reports, there are new questions about how integrated it will be with the still-unfinished train system to the south...CanadaDec 15, 2020
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New transit system to link most of Greater MontrealFri, Apr 22: The Caisse de Dépôt has given the go-ahead for a public transit project that will link most of Greater Montreal. Global’s Felicia Parrillo has the details.Global News at 5:30 and 6:30Apr 22, 2016
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No link between airport, transit terminals: Dorval mayorTue, Nov 1: The Caisse de Dépôt’s proposal to build a massive electric train network is supposed to make it easier for people to get around. As Global’s Tim Sargeant reports, the mayor of Dorval insists there is still no direct link between Trudeau airport and the bus/train terminal.Global News at 5:30 and 6:30Nov 1, 2016
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Quebec’s CDPQ ranked as world’s top pension fund managerThe new year is already looking up for the province’s pension fund, the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec. It was recognized as the world’s best public pension fund manager for 2022. What’s more, it also ranked among the top 20 best places in the world to work. Global’s Tim Sargeant reports.Jan 5, 2023
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Dorval’s airport woesTue, Nov 1: The Caisse de Dépôt’s proposal to build a massive electric train network is supposed to make it easier for people to get around. As Global’s Tim Sargeant reports, the mayor of Dorval insists that’s not the case as there’s no direct link between Trudeau airport and the bus/train terminal.Global News at Noon MontrealNov 1, 2016
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BAPE hearings start for Montreal’s light rail systemThe public is invited to attend the BAPE hearings with the Caisse de Dépôt for Montreal’s proposed light rail system, which are expected to run until Sept. 12. Global’s Gloria Henriquez reports.Global News at 5:30 and 6:30Aug 29, 2016
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BAPE hearings start for Montreal’s light rail systemMon, Aug 29: The public is invited to attend the BAPE hearings with the Caisse de Dépôt for Montreal’s proposed light rail system, which are expected to run until Sept. 12. Global’s Gloria Henriquez reports.Global News at 11 MontrealAug 29, 2016
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Caisse de dépôt reacts to BAPE report in Montreal electric trainMon, Jan 23: The Caisse de dépôt is fighting back after Quebec’s environmental agency questioned Montreal’s $5.5 billion electric train project. Global’s Tim Sargeant reports.Global News at 5:30 and 6:30Jan 23, 2017
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New tunnel to connect Bonaventure, electric train stationWed, Dec 7: The Caisse de Dépôt says there will be a tunnel to connect Place Bonaventure to the future corresponding REM electric train station. Global’s Elysia Bryan-Baynes reports.Global News at 5:30 and 6:30Dec 7, 2016
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New public transit system for Greater MontrealFri, Apr 22: The Caisse de Dépôt has announced its proposal an electric light rail transit project that will link most of Greater Montreal. As Global’s Felicia Parrillo reports, the next step is to wait for funding from the provincial and federal governments.Global News at 5:30 and 6:30Apr 22, 2016
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Opposition to electric train network continuesSun, Jan 29: A coalition of concerned citizens voiced their opposition Sunday to the Caisse de Dépot’s proposed electric train network. Both Philippe Couillard and Montreal Mayor Denis Coderre support the project despite concerns raised by the province’s environmental agency. Navneet Pall reports.Global News at 6 MontrealJan 29, 2017
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Kirkland mulls ideal location for light-rail stationThu, Sep 1: The Caisse de Dépôt continues to work out the fine points of its light-rail system and one of those details is where the stations will go. While most locations are known, one West Island station is still undecided. As Felicia Parrillo reports.Global News at 5:30 and 6:30Sep 1, 2016