Quebec premier threatens referendum on immigration powers, calls out Trudeau
Quebec Premier François Legault urged Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to 'listen to Quebecers' when it comes to concerns over immigration levels.
Politics
Apr 9
Trudeau rejects Quebec’s ask for total powers on immigration
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is refusing to give Quebec total control over immigration, as tensions between the province and Ottawa deepen over an influx of asylum seekers.
Canada
Mar 15
Brian Mulroney’s political ‘destiny’ remembered at state funeral
Brian Mulroney was honoured at a state funeral in Montreal Saturday. "To dad, everyone mattered," his daughter Caroline said in his eulogy.
Canada
Mar 23
Air Canada’s Hong Kong jet maintenance deal amid China discord raises security concerns
The maintenance company, HAECO, unveiled its major Air Canada deal with fanfare on Feb. 28, 2024, replacing ST Aerospace company.
Investigations
Apr 1
SaltWire’s money woes a sign of bigger problems in the newspaper business: experts
On Monday, a private equity firm that has lent money to SaltWire filed documents to initiate insolvency proceedings against the Halifax-based company.
Canada
Mar 12
Bombardier wins deal to supply U.S. Army with jet for spy plane prototype
The U.S. army deal to buy three Bombardier Global 6500 jets could be worth up as much as $224.6 million for the company at aircraft list prices.
Canada
Jan 10
Canadian universities pressed on antisemitism measures after fallout in U.S.
Five Liberal MPs asked 25 Canadian university presidents to say whether calling for a genocide against Jewish people or the elimination of Israel violates their school policies.
Canada
Dec 14, 2023
‘Silence isn’t neutral’: Emails show debate in Quebec universities on Israel, Hamas
The emails reveal the internal and external pressures on the schools to take positions on the conflict, and how administrators faced strong criticism no matter what they said.
Canada
Dec 8, 2023
Protesters demand resignation of Quebec Housing Minister
After Quebec decided to keep a ban on lease transfers in its new housing reform bill, demonstrators expressed their anger at the province on Saturday.
Canada
Dec 2, 2023
Peter Nygard sentence to ‘set the tone’ for similar cases, expert says
His sentencing date is to be set later this month. Nygard's defence lawyer has said he is considering whether to appeal the verdict.
Crime
Nov 14, 2023
Two Jewish schools hit by gunfire in Montreal, Trudeau condemns actions
Montreal police say staff members discovered bullet holes on the outside of the two schools when they arrived in the morning. No one was injured.
Canada
Nov 9, 2023
‘Deeply disturbing’: Montreal police investigating two firebombings at Jewish institutions
Police spokesperson Sabrina Gauthier says incendiary devices caused minor damage to the front door of a synagogue and the back door of another building across the street.
Crime
Nov 7, 2023
Alberta proposes law on pension exit referendum, but bill doesn’t make result binding
Alberta has introduced legislation promising residents will get a say in a referendum on leaving the Canada Pension Plan, but it doesn't force the government to accept the result.
Canada
Nov 2, 2023
Freeland to meet finance ministers on Alberta’s proposed CPP withdrawal
In a letter to the ministers, Freeland said the province had the right to withdraw from the CPP, but that it should be "informed by a clear understanding of the risks" of doing so.
Canada
Oct 31, 2023
As Alberta eyes more than half of CPP assets, what could a split look like?
Alberta is beginning public consultations around a potential referendum on leaving the Canada Pension Plan, but numbers they're using to make their case are being questioned.
Canada
Oct 21, 2023
Israel attack: Another rally held in Montreal as conflict continues
The rally, organized by the Montreal Board of Rabbis, is the latest event in Montreal in reaction to the conflict which is causing tension between groups in the city.
Canada
Oct 10, 2023
Evergrande debt crisis triggers worry, rot at iconic Chateau Montebello hotel
The financial woes of China Evergrande, owner of Canada's storied Chateau Montebello, are causing worries among local municipal leaders, workers, guests and even tourism rivals
Canada
Oct 2, 2023
Alberta to debate Canada Pension Plan, says it deserves half if it leaves
The reports finds Alberta would be entitled to more than half the assets of the CPP -- $334 billion -- if it were to exit the national retirement savings program in 2027.
Canada
Sep 21, 2023
Westmount, Town of Mount Royal rank among top 5 most unequal municipalities in Canada
Income inequality, known for its corrosive effects on health, happiness and community ties, is worse in Westmount, Que., than in any other place in Canada.
Canada
Sep 21, 2023
Intelligence suggests agents of India behind killing of B.C. Sikh leader: Trudeau
The intelligence comes as Canada has cut off trade talks with India and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was treated to a frosty reception at the G20 summit in India.
Politics
Sep 18, 2023