Alessia Simona Maratta

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• Police probe mock beheading of Quebec labour minister effigy at Montreal rally

  Video from the event shows protesters using a guillotine to cut the head off figure of Minister Jean Boulet.

  Politics

  May 4
• Quebec to begin rollout of digital health records system

  The system is designed to replace paper files and fragmented platforms with a centralized digital record, giving health-care providers quicker access to patient information.

  Canada

  May 4
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• Quebec man charged after grandparent scams cost Manitoba seniors $31,000

  A 24-year-old Quebec man, Lyven Lemieux-Theriault, was arrested April 15 at the Winnipeg Remand Centre on a warrant related to the frauds.

  Crime

  May 4
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• Calgary trial underway in death of worker shot after offering roadside help

  Colin Hough was the second person to be randomly fired upon on Aug. 6, 2024, Crown prosecutor told jurors on the opening day of the trial of Arthur Penner and Blake Strawberry.

  Crime

  May 4
• Ontario lottery agency to limit winner names in releases, citing privacy concerns

  The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation said the change took effect last week and applies to winner news releases.

  Canada

  May 4
• Gordie Howe bridge deal not yet finalized but talks ‘promising,’ U.S. ambassador says

  Pete Hoekstra spoke with Republican House Speaker Matt Hall and Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer earlier this week to provide an update on the negotiations.

  Canada

  May 2
• Another Quebec-based furniture company to shut down operations due to U.S. tariffs

  The company said the shutdown will result in job losses, with some positions ending immediately and others phased out over the coming weeks.

  Canada

  May 1
• Shelter order lifted after NWT shooting, several arrested

  Police said no injuries have been reported and preliminary information suggests the incident was targeted.

  Crime

  May 1
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• Controversial Vaillancourt Fountain by Canadian artist dismantled in San Francisco

  Crews are dismantling San Francisco’s Vaillancourt Fountain, a divisive landmark by Quebec artist Armand Vaillancourt, after years of controversy.

  World

  May 1
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• Quebec police join forces to combat organized crime, business extortion

  'Behind every targeted establishment, there are entrepreneurs, families and employees. Their safety remains at the heart of our commitment.'

  Crime

  Apr 30
• OPP officer killed in motorcycle crash gets procession on Highway 401

  OPP Commissioner Thomas Carrique said Malcolm 'served his community with dedication to duty, honour' and 'made the ultimate sacrifice.'

  Crime

  Apr 30
• Slain Montreal officer André Lalonde remembered 30 years later, case still unsolved

  André Lalonde was gunned down on April 29, 1996, after pulling over a driver on Senneville Road for a loud muffler.

  Canada

  Apr 29
• Quebec announces tax cut for 75,000 small and medium-sized businesses

  The province says the tax rate reduction will give businesses flexibility to continue investing, innovating, and continue contributing to the growth of the economy.

  Canada

  Apr 29
• Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk set for 6 months on the International Space Station

  From the Prairies of Alberta to the international space station, the Canadian astronaut will be headed the ISS for a mission that will last about six-months.

  Canada

  Apr 28
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• ‘He made the ultimate sacrifice’: Grief and tributes pour in for fallen OPP sergeant

  OPP Sgt. Brandon Malcolm, 33, died after a motorcycle crash on Hwy. 401 in Cobourg. He’s remembered for dedication to duty as tributes pour in.

  Canada

  Apr 28
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• STM extends ‘move along’ order in metro system to April 2027

  Officials say the tool is meant to address behaviours that can affect the sense of safety among riders and employees.

  Canada

  Apr 28
• ‘Hearts are broken’: OPP officer killed in line of duty in Cobourg crash

  An Ontario Provincial Police officer has died after a single-vehicle motorcycle crash on Highway 401 near Cobourg.

  Crime

  Apr 27
• Quebec’s South Shore Furniture closing as sales dwindle amid Trump tariffs

  The company said it made every effort to maintain operations and jobs but could no longer continue in a market "where the rules of the world trade organization are not respected."

  Canada

  Apr 27
• 2nd-degree murder charges laid following downtown killing: Regina police

  Police say a second person has now been charged in the case.

  Crime

  Apr 27
• Montreal public health warns of rise in overdoses linked to fentanyl mixtures

  Workers say rises in overdoses among opioid users are not unusual, but what is different now is the growing presence of carfentanil mixed with fentanyl.

  Canada

  Apr 25
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• Actors can smoke on stage, Quebec Court of Appeal rules

  The province’s highest court upheld a lower-court decision that had struck down fines issued to three theatres for allowing performers to smoke during plays.

  Canada

  Apr 24
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• NDP’s only Quebec MP Alexandre Boulerice to run for Québec solidaire

  His departure would leave the NDP with just five seats in Ottawa.

  Politics

  Apr 24
• As Alberta moves to end time changes, other provinces weigh options

  Alberta plans to scrap seasonal clock changes and adopt permanent daylight time starting Nov. 1, a move that could prompt other provinces to follow suit.

  Canada

  Apr 23
• Montreal issues air quality warning from scrapyard fire in east end

  The City of Montreal says it has since revoked operating permits for American Iron & Metal, citing ongoing violations of air quality standards.

  Fire

  Apr 23
• Quebec man faces terrorism charges in alleged promotion of extremist network

  Roussel has been charged with participation in the activity of a terrorist group, facilitating terrorist activity, and commission of an offence for a terrorist group.

  Crime

  Apr 22