How has Quebec’s economy fared under re-election seeking Jean Charest?
MONTREAL - Understatement is a stranger to Quebec Premier Jean Charest when it comes to talking about his economic performance.
Canada
Aug 3, 2012
How has Quebec’s economy fared under re-election seeking Jean Charest?
MONTREAL - Understatement is a stranger to Quebec Premier Jean Charest when it comes to talking about his economic performance.
Politics
Aug 3, 2012
How has Quebec’s economy fared under re-election seeking Jean Charest?
MONTREAL - Understatement is a stranger to Quebec Premier Jean Charest when it comes to talking about his economic performance.
Aug 3, 2012
Quebec to ban sale of gas-powered cars by 2035 as part of climate plan
The $6.7 billion announced Monday covers the next five years and includes money to power transportation with electricity.
Canada
Nov 16, 2020
Quebec tables balanced budget as it aims to slice its massive debt
Quebec will post a balanced budget this year and tightly control government spending as the province aims to slice its massive debt over the next decade, said Quebec's Finance Minister.
Politics
Mar 26, 2015
Leitao confident the Caisse will build two rail lines in Montreal
Finance Minister Carlos Leitao told a conference in New York that he's confident the Caisse de Dépôt will build two rail lines to help improve infrastructure in the Montreal region.
Canada
Sep 30, 2015
Quebec government will lower income taxes, raise QST to increase revenues
The Quebec government will reduce income taxes while increasing the provincial sales tax by one percentage point.
Canada
Sep 3, 2015
Quebec’s $2 billion surplus in 2016-17 will go to Generations Fund
The Quebec government is projecting a $2-billion surplus in 2016-17, with the money going toward reducing the provincial debt.
Canada
Mar 17, 2016
Quebec politicians disappointed with federal budget
Despite the heavy spending, Quebec politicians say the province got a raw deal in this year's federal budget.
Canada
Mar 23, 2016
Quebec in good economic shape, says finance minister
Carlos Leitao said Quebec's economic situation is relatively positive, given the state of the world economy.
Economy
Jan 19, 2016
Quebec 2016-17 budget to be tabled on March 17
The 2016-17 budget will come down five days before federal Finance Minister Bill Morneau delivers his.
Canada
Feb 25, 2016
Big changes as Quebec Premier Philippe Couillard shuffles cabinet
There were some big changes as Quebec Premier Philippe Couillard shuffled his cabinet Thursday morning.
Canada
Jan 26, 2016
Ontario finance minister pushes for quick CPP reform deal; Quebec, not so much
Finance ministers in Canada's two most populous provinces are sending mixed signals about whether they expect to hammer out a deal with the federal government next week on how best to enhance the Canada Pension Plan.
Politics
Jun 15, 2016
West Island’s Family Resource Centre ready to help families during COVID-19 crisis
Families dealing with COVID-19 stress have a place to call.
Health
Apr 5, 2020
Quebec budget hikes spending to ‘stimulate’ economy amid global uncertainty
The Coalition Avenir Québec government's second budget projects a $2.7-billion surplus, increases program spending by 5.1 per cent.
Economy
Mar 10, 2020
Couillard government looks to push back age Quebecers can get pensions
Some Quebecers may have to delay their retirement plans if the provincial government succeeds in a plan to push back the age at which they can collect pensions.
Canada
Jun 13, 2015
Liberals under fire for million-dollar investment in Port-Daniel cement plant
CAQ leader François Legault warns the deal is costing taxpayers a million dollars per job created.
Canada
Jun 2, 2014
Quebec Liberals promise more jobs
The promises are starting to flow thick and fast in the Quebec election campaign. Liberal Leader Philippe Couillard is pledging to create 250,000 jobs in Quebec over the next five years.
Canada
Mar 6, 2014
Some West Island voters feel taken for granted
In the four federalist ridings of the West Island, some voters feel lost in the shuffle where real issues like transit, healthcare and education are concerned.
Canada
Mar 30, 2014
Quebec Liberals looking to cut billions in spending
The Quebec government says it will need to find an extra $3.7 billion to balance the budget next year.
Politics
May 7, 2014