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Montreal advocates raise awareness about accessible parkingA new awareness campaign launched in Montreal is highlighting the challenges people face when accessible vehicle spaces are blocked or misused.CanadaJun 2
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3-year-old critically injured after bouncy castle swept up by wind in MontrealA three-year-old remains in critical condition after strong winds lifted a bouncy castle into the air during a community event Sunday.CanadaJun 1
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Uncertainty grows at Villa Maria as decision on Quebec school’s future nearsAs the school year winds down, families and alumni from Villa Maria College say uncertainty over the school's future is resurfacing.May 26
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How Montreal researchers are helping kids identify fake information onlineA study out of McGill University suggests digital literacy lessons can help elementary students better identify trustworthy information online.CanadaMay 23
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West Island commuters confused after Fairview bus terminal relocatesWest Island commuters are adjusting to a major change this week after the Fairview bus terminal moved a few hundred metres away to the REM Fairview-Pointe-Claire station.CanadaMay 19
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West Island food bank cleans up after flooding, calls for donationsA West Island food bank is cleaning up after a flood inside its warehouse. It comes at an especially difficult time, with donations down and demand continuing to rise.CanadaMay 14
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Quebec tables bill allowing people to obtain domestic violence history of partnersThe Quebec government has tabled Bill 4 in an effort to prevent intimate partner violence, inspired by the case of Gabie Renaud, allegedly killed by her partner last year.CanadaMay 13
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How a Montreal artist transforms Habs fandom into powerful paintingsA Montreal artist is gaining attention from Canadiens players and fans alike, turning personal moments and hockey passion into emotional artwork.CanadaMay 12
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Popular Montreal women’s sports hub Le Nadia promises to reopen after sudden closureThe Hochelaga sports bar opened in December after becoming one of the city's first venues dedicated exclusively to broadcasting women's sports.CanadaMay 8
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Calls grow for Quebec to restrict energy drink sales as some pharmacies remove themAs calls grow on Quebec to act on restricting the sale of energy drinks to minors, some pharmacies in the province announced they were removing the drinks from their shelves.CanadaMay 6
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Quebec to begin rollout of digital health records systemThe system is designed to replace paper files and fragmented platforms with a centralized digital record, giving health-care providers quicker access to patient information.CanadaMay 4
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REM is coming to the West Island — but getting there may be a challengeThe REM is finally set to begin service in the West Island next month – a major milestone for commuters. But many are wondering how easily they'll be able to get to the stations.CanadaApr 16
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How a Montreal hospital is using VR and music to transform patient careThe project explores how immersive experiences and music can reduce stress, pain and improve emotional health.CanadaApr 8
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Will Barbie sportswear help attract more young girls to hockey?Toy giant Mattel, through its iconic Barbie brand, has partnered with CCM Hockey on a new apparel and hockey gear collection.CanadaMar 10
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‘Where do we draw the line?’ Montreal real estate agent surprised over OQLF letterThe Office québécois de la langue française (OQLF) sent the real estate agent a complaint letter about the language he uses on social media.CanadaMar 9
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Quebec hair salon ordered to pay $500 to non-binary clientA recent ruling from the Quebec human rights tribunal has put Station10 hair salon at the centre of a larger legal battle and social debate.CanadaFeb 18
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Quebec influencer shares eating disorder recovery journey to help others seek supportLaetitia de Carufel is speaking openly about her long struggle with disordered eating, saying she hopes her story will help people recognize warning signs.FeaturesFeb 5
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Quebec advocates warn of femicide crisis after Brossard murder-suicideMarcos Amilcar Diaz Lopez, 56, and his wife, Sonia Maricela Gonzalez Vasquez, 54, were found dead shortly after midnight on Monday.CanadaFeb 3
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Over 100 Côte Saint-Luc residents still without heat after power outageThe prolonged outage has now become the subject of a proposed class action lawsuit.CanadaFeb 2
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Montreal police launch initiative to tailor 911 responses for autistic peopleThe SPVM and Giant Steps School have launched a pilot project that aims to improve interactions between officers and autistic individuals during interventions.CanadaJan 28
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Montreal family raises accessibility concerns over air travelAir passenger rights advocate Gábor Lukács says Air Canada should have done more.CanadaJan 26
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Lyme disease patients say care gaps persist in Canada, call for changeFor many, Lyme disease is caught early — and treated quickly — with a standard course of antibiotics. But for others, recovery isn't straightforward.CanadaJan 21
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Montreal mother says freezing hospital room after childbirth should never happenAnnie Calamia says she was expecting a calm, comfortable recovery at Maissoneuve-Rosemont hospital, but instead felt like she stepped into a danger zone.CanadaJan 20
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Montreal-area mother loses job on maternity leave, then denied EI benefitsCelia Johnston was supposed to be back at work in October, but a week before her return, she got a call saying her job was being cut.CanadaJan 16
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How a Montreal startup developed smart trousers that could help seniorsThe trousers feature a waistband that has an airbag and sensors built in — technology designed to protect the person wearing them from a fall.CanadaJan 6
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