2 Ontario, Quebec water parks change rule, allow women to go topless
Women — and men, for that matter — are now allowed to go topless at both the Village Vacances Valcartier (VVV) near Quebec City and the Calypso Theme Waterpark in eastern Ontario. Continue reading
‘It’s a long, long time I’ve been here’: Montreal pioneering neuroscientist turns 101
Friends and colleagues at the Montreal Neurological Institute gathered to celebrate Brenda Milner’s 101st birthday and her incredible contributions to neuroscience. Continue reading
Quebec judge rejects groups’ attempt to have secularism law suspended
Quebec Superior Court Justice Michel Yergeau says Bill 21 will continue to apply until a court rules on the merits of a court challenge against it. Continue reading
2 suspects in custody after police investigate reports of shots fired in Montreal North
The incident took place at around 8 p.m. near the intersection of D’Amiens Street and Edger Avenue. Continue reading
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Beaconsfield adopts resolution opposing provincial flood maps
Beaconsfield continues to fight to have properties removed from revised provincial flood maps. Continue reading
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‘I’m angered’: Frustration growing in Beaconsfield over revised flood maps
Both the city and residents say they will fight to have their properties removed from the province’s updated flood maps and are threatening to take legal action. Continue reading
Police searching for 3 witnesses to Hochelaga-Maisonneuve warehouse fire
Montreal police say the three witnesses are between the ages of 14 and 16. Continue reading
Controversy over Montreal executive committee president’s speeding ticket continues
The mayor’s office is standing by its executive committee president, despite recent revelations about his driving record. Continue reading
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Kirkland to get new inclusive playground
A new park in Kirkland is being built to cater to children of all abilities. Continue reading
Public health report released on carbon monoxide poisoning at Montreal school
“The recommendations were already known,” said report co-author Maxime Roy. Continue reading
Quebec issues moratorium forbidding construction in high-risk flood zones
The Quebec government announced Monday it was forbidding new constructions in high-risk flood plains. Continue reading
‘It’s still surreal’: Oprah visits Montreal school
It was a dream come true for students and staff at Pierrefonds’ Collège Beaubois: Oprah Winfrey dropped by for a visit. Continue reading
‘It’s just a happy part of my life’: Montreal cycling event draws 22K riders
Everyone one has their own reason for taking part in Montreal’s Tour de l’l’Île, some more surprising than others. Continue reading
This week on ‘Focus Montreal’: June 1, 2019
This week, learn how MI4 is waging war on drug-resistant infections, hear about local support for former sex workers and get ready for a day of swordplay at NDG Park. Continue reading
Free Montreal Museums Day back for 33rd edition
There are 30 venues taking part in Montreal’s Museums Day and STM is offering free shuttle service on four routes. Continue reading